Question
Differentiate between Scale based (physical) and cultural maps.

Answer

Scale based (Physical) maps Cultural maps
$(1)$ Natural elements are shown in scale-based
(physical) maps.
$(1)$ In cultural maps, man-made details are outlined.
$(2)$ In these maps, the physical landscapes of the world like mountains. plateaus, plain, rivers, oceans, etc. are shown. Signs/Symbols showing the distribution of wild animals, vegetation, forests, minerals, etc. are also a part of a scale based (physical) map. $(2)$ Various human activities are outlined in such maps.

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