Maps ILKAEVA ROZALIYA, LUNEGOV MATVEY, SHILOVA EKATERINA A mathematically defined, reduced, generalized image of the surface of the Earth or another celestial body. General geographical maps Thematic map A TITLE a legend a direction indicator a scale Geographic maps are used in various branches of national economy and science. Maps are guides, with their help people learn the world. Advantages and Disadvanta ges Conclus ioN A map is a visual result of data analysis, which helps to see new relationship s, features and phenomena, which can discover new knowledge in science.