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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