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
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