Differences between a real object, a picture and a map

Differences between a real object, a picture, and a map

Feature	A Real Object	A Picture	A Map
Reality	It is in its actual shape as seen from all sides.	It indicates the shape of the object as seen from the front. It shows a flat object, with length and width.	It shows the shape of the object as seen from above. It shows a flat shape of the object and includes length and width.
Size	It shows the actual size in terms of its length, width, and height. It can be measured on all sides.	The size differs from the actual size of the real object. A picture can be larger or smaller than the real object.	Its size differs from the real object. The map is smaller than the object it represents.
Availability	It is available in the environment.	It can be drawn by hand or taken with a camera.	It can be drawn by hand on any flat surface.

Definitions of the terms provided:

1. Camera: A device for taking pictures.
2. Front: The most forward part of something.
3. Image: A drawing or picture which looks like the object itself.
4. Map: A drawing of an object as it is seen from above.
5. Map Reading: Looking at a map and identifying objects you see from it.
6. Object: Anything which can be seen and touched.
7. Painter: A person who draws pictures and colours them.