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The Mercator's projection is also known as the Lambert’s projection.

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Important Questions on Map Projections

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On the basis of _____ techniques or method of construction, projections are generally classified into perspective, non-perspective, conventional or mathematical.

 

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Which projection is most suitable for showing the entire world?
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Differentiate between - Normal and oblique projections
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The _____ projection is suitable for showing the Canadian Pacific Railways, Trans-Siberian Railways, international boundaries between the USA and Canada, and the Narmada Valley.

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A map projection in which contents of the globe is transferred to a conical surface is called _____. 
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What are topographical maps?
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An arc of a circle represents the pole in a conical projection.
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Differentiate between - Developable and non-developable surfaces
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Why is the cylindrical equal area projection also called Lambert’s projection?
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Differentiate between - Homolographic and orthographic projections
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A projection where distance or scale is correctly maintained is called _____ projection.
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A paper made cylinder is covered on the globe to obtain _____ projection.
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What are developable surfaces in map projections?
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A cylinder has the property of developable surface.
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Not a single map projection represents the globe truly. Why?
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Which projection uses a light source placed at the center of the globe?
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How is the area kept equal in cylindrical equal area projection?
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What do you mean by global property?
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Discuss the criteria used for classifying map projection and state the major characteristics of each type of projection.
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The projections which is obtained by placing light at the centre of the globe is known as _____ projection.