What is a globe? How many kinds of globes are there?

There are several types of globes according to their uses: a globe with a latitude and longitude net, which has only a latitude and longitude net and a degree note on its sphere, also called theodolite; Administrative globe, a globe with smooth spherical surface, represents administrative divisions; Terrain globe is a model of terrain, and the spherical surface is divided into two types: plane and three-dimensional uplift. A schematic globe, which only shows the distribution of continental plates and oceans, is often used for decorative items; Teaching globe for school and family geography teaching; Craft gift globe, often used for decoration of home and office pendants; Large-scale display globes are often used for large-scale exhibitions, teaching observations and demonstrations. According to product materials and functions. According to the product materials and functions, there are paper globes, plastic globes, resin globes, stone globes, metal globes, solid wood globes, magnetic levitation globes, classical craft globes, electronic point reading voice globes, voice globes, video globes and so on. China implements administrative licensing management for the publication and distribution of globes. The national surveying and mapping department is responsible for reviewing the map contents of the globe, passing the examination and issuing the map approval number; The State Press and Publication Administration is responsible for managing the international standard book number required for the publication and distribution of globes. Globes published in China have 1600 styles and specifications.

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