Thursday, September 6, 2012


Choropleth map 






Choropleth map - a map that uses graded differences in shading or color or the placing of symbols inside defined areas on the map in order to indicate the average values of some property or quantity in those areas








Dot Density Map
A dot density map is a thematic map that carries information by showing a large number of tiny dots, wherein each dot represents some specific unit quantity.




Proportional Symbol Map




personal.frostburg.edu
A proportional symbol map is a type of thematic map in which the areas of symbols are varied in proportion to the value of an attribute.





Isopleth Map





ksn.com
An isopleth map is a map which uses lines joining points of an equal value to show variations in that value e.g. contour lines on a topographical map, isobars on a weather map.



Here is a hyperlink to a brief hurricane video: