This 25" diameter globe is
produced from vacuum formed vinyl and features the most impressive raised
relief detail to be found on a production globe. Landmasses as well as
physical oceanic features are depicted using exaggerated relief that
illustrates the world highest peaks at over an inch in height. Such accurate
detail makes this globe ideal for classroom use as an excellent aid to
students learning both geology and oceanography. The globe is perfectly
suited for both educational and research institutions alike with its
adjustable chrome plated steel stand on heavy duty casters. Swing meridian
style mounting allows you to not only spin the globe a full 360 but easily
tilt it allowing full view of the South Pole. To get an idea of the level of
detail and scale of relief this globe features rollover the thumbnail images
below. This is a truly unique globe for those seeking a model of the Earth
that features in depth topographic and bathymetric data represented in
3-dimensional raised relief.
Adjustable full swing, chrome plated, gyromatic assembly
Color:
Blue ocean
Illuminated:
No
Raised Relief:
Yes. Elevations from 0-3,280 feet are magnified 60 times,
higher elevations and ocean floor are exaggerated by 40 times.
Special:
Features unique exaggerated land and ocean relief that is
not found on any other globes in production.
Pros:
Easily discern elevation of land regions and depths of
oceanic landforms. Globe features casters that make it an ideal item you can
roll into your classroom or research lab.
1-World comment:
A globe featuring truly one of a magnified 3-D raised relief
detail. Especially suited for classroom use, your geology or geography
department should not be without this globe.
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