This post explain the use of grid references in map reading. Let us go through together as we prepare for our test or exam.
How to read grid references
The grid lines running from West to East (side by side) are called Northings because they represent distances Northwards from the origin.
❖ Four Figure grid reference – Used to identify a 1km x 1km square ♦♦♦ Six Figure grid reference – Used to identify a location 100m x 100m
Four Figure Grid Reference
We use a four figure grid reference if we want to identify a large object e.g. a lake
The four figure grid reference depicts only a general location of the point in the grid square.
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