Map Projections
Geography ⇒ Physical Geography
Map Projections starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one major disadvantage of the Mercator projection.
Describe the main difference between cylindrical and conic projections.
Describe the main use of the conic projection in India.
Explain the difference between conformal and equal-area projections.
Explain the term 'distortion' in the context of map projections.
Explain why map projections are necessary in geography.
Explain why no map projection can be completely accurate.
A map of India is to be made with minimum distortion. Which projection would be most suitable? (1) Conic (2) Mercator (3) Azimuthal (4) Gnomonic
A map of India is to be made with minimum distortion. Which projection would be most suitable? (1) Conic (2) Mercator (3) Azimuthal (4) Gnomonic
Which map projection is best suited for mapping small areas with minimal distortion? (1) Conical (2) Cylindrical (3) Azimuthal (4) Interrupted
Which of the following is a property that can be preserved by a map projection? (1) Area (2) Shape (3) Distance (4) All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a property that can be preserved by a map projection? (1) Area (2) Shape (3) Colour (4) Distance
Fill in the blank: The ________ projection is a compromise projection that attempts to minimize distortion in all properties.
Fill in the blank: The ________ projection is an example of an equal-area projection.
Fill in the blank: The ________ projection is commonly used for world maps and is known for its rectangular grid.
Fill in the blank: The ________ projection is often used for mapping continents like Europe and North America.
True or False: All map projections distort some aspect of the Earth's surface.
True or False: All map projections preserve both area and shape perfectly.
True or False: The conic projection is best suited for mapping equatorial regions.
True or False: The Gnomonic projection can show the entire Earth at once without interruption.
