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ch - 1 Map Study: Interpretation and Topographical Maps — Geography STD 10 — Question

ICSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10Geographych - 1 Map Study: Interpretation and Topographical Maps2 Marks
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What are ‘National Grid Reference’?
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Grid lines are imaginary lines drawn on a survey map in red colour. The origin of the Grid is a point south-west of the map. The ‘National Grid Reference’ is used for indicating the correct position of a particular feature on the map.

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