The key on a map is what shows you what the psychical features or images on the map mean
top left corner of the map
A map key is found on a map. It tells what certain symbols on the map mean. For example, the "star" on most maps means state/country capitals. It is in a small box.
their the same thing
The "scale" shows the distance on a map.
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