Map Projections
Geography ⇒ Physical Geography
Map Projections starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one advantage and one disadvantage of the cylindrical projection.
Explain the difference between a conformal and an equal-area projection.
Explain the term 'compromise projection' with an example.
Explain why distortion occurs in map projections.
Explain why no map projection can be perfect.
Name any two types of map projections.
What is a map projection?
What is meant by 'standard parallel' in map projections?
What is the main characteristic of an azimuthal projection?
What is the main difference between a cylindrical and a conical projection?
What is the main disadvantage of the Mercator projection?
What is the main use of an equidistant projection?
What is the main use of the Goode’s Homolosine projection?
Which property is preserved in an equal-area projection?
