Q1
What is a globe?
AA 3D model of Earth
BA 2D drawing
CA type of map only
DA photograph
SSCClass 6 (SSC)Geography (भूगोल)Ch 3 · Topic 1
Comparing a Globe and a Map
A globe and a map both represent Earth, but a globe shows its true 3D shape while a map is a 2D representation, each with different uses.
Core concept
A globe is a three-dimensional model of Earth, accurately showing its spherical shape, continents, and oceans without distortion.
How it works
A map is a two-dimensional representation of Earth's surface, drawn on paper or displayed on a screen, showing a specific area in detail.
Why it matters
Maps can show more detail for a smaller area, while globes give a better overall sense of Earth's true shape and proportions.
Key detail
Both tools are useful - globes for understanding Earth's true form, and maps for practical navigation and detailed area study.
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• Globe: 3D model of Earth, no distortion.
• Shows spherical shape, continents, oceans.
• Map: 2D representation of Earth's surface.
• Drawn on paper or screen.
• Maps show more detail for smaller areas.
• Globes show true shape/proportions.
• Both are useful tools.
• Globes for shape; maps for navigation.