cartography
[kɑːrˈtɒɡrəfi]
nounfemininepl: cartographies
cartografia
1. The science and art of making maps
Cartography has evolved significantly with the advent of satellite technology.
A cartografia evoluiu significativamente com o advento da tecnologia de satélite.
2. The practice or technique of drawing or producing maps
She studied cartography to become a professional mapmaker.
Ela estudou cartografia para se tornar uma cartógrafa profissional.
3. A map or series of maps
The museum's cartography collection spans five centuries.
A coleção de cartografia do museu abrange cinco séculos.
Cartography has deep historical roots in both Brazil and the United States, with significant contributions to exploring and documenting vast territories. In Brazil, cartography played a crucial role in colonial period mapping and continues to be important for managing the Amazon and other regions. In the USA, cartographic traditions shaped westward expansion and are fundamental to modern geographic information systems (GIS). Today, the term is primarily used in academic, scientific, and technological contexts in both countries.
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