Match the following. Match the items in the left column to the items in the right column.

1. cartographer
light, thin line that separates rock units or types on a geologic map
2. compass
shows locations and types of rocks and other features, like faults and folds
3. contact line
semi-dark line that indicates the ridge of a fold on a geologic map
4. fold axis
provides an explanation of lines and symbols given on a map
5. geologic map
the ratio of distance represented on a map to distance on Earth
6. legend
someone who creates maps
7. scale
provides direction of north, east, south, and west

1 answer

Here is the matched list:

  1. cartographer - someone who creates maps
  2. compass - provides direction of north, east, south, and west
  3. contact line - light, thin line that separates rock units or types on a geologic map
  4. fold axis - semi-dark line that indicates the ridge of a fold on a geologic map
  5. geologic map - shows locations and types of rocks and other features, like faults and folds
  6. legend - provides an explanation of lines and symbols given on a map
  7. scale - the ratio of distance represented on a map to distance on Earth