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Topic:
What is a globe?
Subject: Geography
Class: 6th
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A globe is a 3D representation of the planet we live on. The primary function of a globe is to show the planet's landmasses and oceans in their proportionate sizes and positions. It's the only true way to display landmasses in their appropriate proportions as all flat world maps are distorted in some way or another.The word globe comes from the Latin word globus, meaning "sphere.
The globe was invented by Martin Behaim in the year 1492.
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The oldest surviving terrestrial globe is the Erdapfel, wrought by Martin Behaim in 1492.
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Globes are versatile(having many different uses) - they can be used in any grade, and are relevant in many fields of learning. A globe will allow students to learn about different countries, including the formation of bodies of water, mountain ranges, natural resources, and the effect that the climate has on different locations
TYPES OF GLOBES
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Terrestrial globes detail geographical features of the Earth. There are also globes that illustrate the physical features of celestial bodies, such as the moon or Mars, they are called Celestial globes.
A terrestrial globe shows landmasses and water bodies. It might show nations and major cities and the network of latitude and longitude lines. Some have raised relief to show mountains and other large landforms. A celestial globe shows notable stars, and may also show positions of other prominent astronomical objects. Typically, it will also divide the celestial sphere into constellations.
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How globes are useful for us?
1. A globe is a simple and accurate model of the earth.
2. It shows the distribution of land and water on the surface of the earth.
3. It shows the correct shape, size and location of the continents and oceans on globe.