2.10. Map wording

2.10. Map wording

All references used on the map should be explained in the legend.

The legend may be printed on the map sheet or on a separate sheet or, in atlases and collections, on the base map sheet.

The keys and abbreviations of proper names used should be explained on the map sheet, on the legend sheet corresponding to the map or in a separate booklet.

All conventional ways of conveying information should be presented in the verbal description of the map or set of maps.