Many documentaries seem to agree that the world map we currently use is far from accurate, and it’s misrepresenting the size (and even shape) of many continents, islands and countries. It’s using an outdated projection technique called ” Mercator projection ” that was mainly used for sailing back in the 16th century. Why aren’t we using a map that’s more up to date? Can maps like “thetruesize” website be relied upon?
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Even if distorted, is accurate for the purpose it has. Teaching geography.
And in that note, i’m a bit worried of the lack of interest from young and older people in knowing that topic.
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