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'.