GEOG 1HA3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 2: Topological Map
26 Dec 2018
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Objective, physically real, with measurable extent and definable boundaries. Key for map-making, description and analysis (explanation) of spatial distributions. Ex. amount of space that mcmaster occupies (50 acres, definable boundaries, cootes northern boundary etc: relative space. First years impression of amount of space mcmaster occupies (huge) is different than a fourth year (small/compact) Classified listings for apartments saying they are cozy (really small) Relative space: locations identified by their relative positioning and importance. In topological maps, scale, distance and positioning are guesstimates. Location: refers to a particular position in space: absolute (mathematical location): latitude and longitude coordinates using an arbitrary mathematical grid: 80w, 43n; relatively unchanging, relative (perceived) location: a short drive from downtown, or adjacent to cootes. Paradise, etc; subject to change and interpretation: nominal (or toponym) location: a place name. A location of significance is given a name. Names of places can provide a degree of locational understanding. Places of names can be contested ex.
