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Choroschematic maps

Scope note

Maps in which small, semipictorial symbols such as dots or lines are used over the area of the map to represent distribution of land utilization or vegetation, without indication of quantity. LG5

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000132998

Broader Terms used

<maps by form>

Term used for

maps, choroschematic

Equivalent Terms used

choroschematic map

Created

14yrs ago

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