Map Making

CARTOGRAPHY The creation of maps including projection

and design.

MAP PROJECTION Definition: representing the spherical earth on a

plane surface

It is impossible to transform a sphere into something flat without creating distortions in the 2-D image.

Geographers use numerous mathematical equations to produce map projections.

MERCATOR PROJECTION Fairly accurate however not with size or

distance (Specifically at the poles)

CONIC PROJECTION Fairly accurate overall

INTERRUPTED PROJECTION Show’s true size and shape However distances are inaccurate

ROBINSON’S PROJECTION

Overall fairly accurate However poles distorted

AZIMUTHAL Size accurate Shows distances over poles, often used

for air navigation

ORANGE MAP EXAMPLES