UPSC Geography Atmosphere / वायुमंडल Question Bank Atmosphere

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    For which one of the following is planimeter used? [NDA 2008-II]

    A)  To know the surface area on a map

    B)  To know the distance on a map

    C)  To know the direction on a map

    D)  To know the height of places on a map

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Planimeter is a measuring instrument used to determine the area of an arbitrary two-dimensional shape. It measures distances and land areas on maps.


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