Mercator projection, Definition, Uses, & Limitations

The Mercator projection is a map projection introduced by Flemish cartographer Gerardus Mercator in 1569. The Mercator projection is a useful navigation tool, as a straight line on a Mercator map indicates a straight course, but it is not a practical world map, because of distortion of scale near the poles.

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Mercator projection - Wikipedia

Mercator projection - Wikipedia

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Mercator Projection - an overview

Mercator Projection - an overview

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