Introduction to Maps

Question

What do you understand by the terms chart and plan ?

Answer

The word ‘chart’ has been derived from the word ‘carte’ a French word. It means a map.

A chart is simply a diagram showing the different types of statistics. Charts are generally used to show the ocean routes.

The word plan is used for property maps of cadastral maps. These have a scale larger than 6'=1 mile. Then shows the details of the property of land or a building.

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