EQUAL-AREA MAP PROJECTION
(noun)Definitions
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Equal-Area Map Projection.
Equal-Area Map Projection - as a noun
A map projection in which quadrilaterals formed by meridians and parallels have an area on the map proportional to their area on the globe
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Example Sentences
"The Sinusoidal equal-area map projection distorts shapes and distances, but preserves areas accurately."
"The Mollweide equal-area map projection shows equal areas, but with distortion at the poles and the equator."
"The Eckert IV equal-area map projection is suitable for world maps as it does not excessively distort landmasses."
"The Goode's Homolosine equal-area map projection represents landmasses with minimum distortion, but the oceans are highly distorted."
"The Hammer equal-area map projection maintains equal area, but shapes are distorted as distance from the equator increases."
