Understanding the Distortion of Greenland on World Maps: The Mercator Projection Explained

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The Mercator Projection: An Introduction The Mercator projection, developed by the Flemish cartographer Gerardus Mercator in 1569, is a cylindrical map projection that has been widely used for navigation and world mapping. The primary aim of this projection was to provide sailors with a practical tool for navigating the seas, ensuring that straight lines on … Read more