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For published materials e. The reader must be able to determine the relationship between a unit of measure on the map and a unit of measure in the real world.

Commonly this is done by a north arrow or compass rose. Orientation may also be shown by graticule or grid marks e. By convention north is towards the top of the page thus some maps do not have north arrows , but the orientation must still be given for a 'proper' map. North does not have to be at the top of the page and a north arrow is essential in maps where it is not. The border is often the thickest line on the map and should be close to the edges of the mapped area.

The distance between the map and the border should be the same on all sides balanced. There can also be a border around the entire map layout enclosing and grouping the title, legend, text boxes, etc.

Both of these borders are sometimes referred to as a ' neatline. LEGEND: a legend defines the symbols or colors including shades of gray and patterns used on the map. Maps do not need legends if the symbology is so common or simple as to be easily understood by the reader. However, it must be clear what each marker or line type, weight and pattern represents. The legend does not need to be labeled "Legend.

For example, if you map Whatcom County, there should be an inset map of Washington, showing the location of Whatcom County. The U. A shared set of principles, emphasis on community and adherence to the Sabbath—a day of rest, reflection and recharging— help Loma Linda Adventists live 10 years longer than their fellow Americans. Many avoid meat and eat plenty of plants, whole grains and nuts. A fierce sense of island pride keeps Ikarians invested in their community.

That, combined with late bedtimes offset by daily naps and a strict adherence to the Mediterranean diet—eating lots of fruits, vegetables, beans, whole grains, potatoes and olive oil—propels 1 in 3 Ikarians to live into their 90s, often free of dementia and chronic disease. Write to Jamie Ducharme at jamie. By Jamie Ducharme. Sardinia, Italy A largely plant-based diet, daily physical activity and familial closeness have given this Blue Zone the highest concentration of male centenarians in the world.

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