Map projections are a key component to every map. A real geo-geek should be able to answer most of these questions. Do the test and share with us your score of Facebook or Twitter. And of course if you had fun please check out our other GeoawesomeQuizzes!
DO YOU KNOW EVERYTHING ABOUT MAP PROJECTIONS?
1. What properties does the Gall-Peters projection have?
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2. What is the nationality of Gerardus Mercator?
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3. What are the types of map distortions?
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4. On the Mercator projection below, which line would represent the shortest distance between the two denoted locations?
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5. The Homolographic projection has the correct representation of ___
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6. On this projection, which point would possess the least distortion?
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7. A __________ projection has parallel lines of longitude and latitude.
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8. On this projection, which point would possess the least distortion?
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9. What type of Map Projection is used in Google Maps?
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10. A ______ projection is made by projecting points and lines from a globe onto a piece of paper that touches the globe at one point.
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