ICSE Class 8 Geography
Question 2 of 15
Representation of Geographical Features — Question 4
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Question Question 2(a)
Distinguish between grid and arbitrary grid system.
| Sl. No. | Grid System | Arbitrary Grid System |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | The network of latitudes and longitudes on maps is called Grid. | The grid formed by a set of vertical and horizontal lines drawn in red on a topo sheet is called arbitrary grid system. |
| 2. | Grid System is drawn on Maps. | Arbitrary Grid System is drawn on Topographical Maps. |
| 3. | The grid lines are called latitudes and longitudes. | The grid lines are called Northings and Eastings. |
| 4. | The grid lines are represented in degrees. | The grid lines are represented in two digits such as 00, 01, 02, ... 99. |