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单词 choropleth map
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Definition of choropleth map in English:

choropleth map

nounˈkɒrə(ʊ)plɛθˈkôrəˌpleTH ˌmap
  • A map which uses differences in shading, colouring, or the placing of symbols within predefined areas to indicate the average values of a particular quantity in those areas.

    Compare with isopleth
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Care is needed in the interpretation of all maps, and choropleth maps are no exception.
    • Because these objectives often conflict, a choropleth map that is best for one objective may not be best for others.
    • An important consideration in producing a choropleth map is the choice of classification scheme to be used.
    • On a choropleth map, cartographic convention assigns the darkest color to the highest value.
    • They also compared a choropleth map showing the number of people living in each state with one showing population density.

Origin

1930s: choropleth from Greek khōra 'region' + plēthos 'multitude'.

 
 

Definition of choropleth map in US English:

choropleth map

nounˈkôrəˌpleTH ˌmap
  • A map that uses differences in shading, coloring, or the placing of symbols within predefined areas to indicate the average values of a property or quantity in those areas.

    Compare with isopleth
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Care is needed in the interpretation of all maps, and choropleth maps are no exception.
    • Because these objectives often conflict, a choropleth map that is best for one objective may not be best for others.
    • On a choropleth map, cartographic convention assigns the darkest color to the highest value.
    • They also compared a choropleth map showing the number of people living in each state with one showing population density.
    • An important consideration in producing a choropleth map is the choice of classification scheme to be used.

Origin

1930s: choropleth from Greek khōra ‘region’ + plēthos ‘multitude’.

 
 
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