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 It’s using an outdated projection technique called ” Mercator projection ” that was mainly used for sailing back in the 16th century.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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We do use a map that is more up to date. The GPS mapping that you use is extremely accurate, and distorts nothing. However, it can’t be projected onto a flat piece of paper. For that, you need a projection, like….the mercator projection. We use that because of the limitations of traditional (paper) display tech, not because we’re afraid to move away from it.
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