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What are maps

• An inversion/ interpretation of the planet

• Maps are a form of currency
• Maps are types of hats
• Maps are musical instruments

What is the Mercator projection

• The Mercator projection is the standard map in the USA that was created in the 1500s

• The Mercator projection is an azimuthal map projection that preserves distances but distorts angles.
• The Mercator projection is a conic map projection that distorts the shape of objects as the latitude increases from the Equator to the poles.
• The Mercator projection is a spherical map projection that accurately represents the size of objects at all latitudes.

what are some facts about the Mercator projection

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What’s projection?

• Projection is the process of rotating an object in 3D space.
• Projection is the process of transforming a 3D object onto a 2D plane.
• Projection is the process of transforming a 2D object onto a 3D plane.
• Projection is the process of duplicating an object in 3D space.

Why do we care abt maps?

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What was tissots math idea

• To put the sphere (the earth) on a flat surface; it made the sizes correct but shapes wrong

• To use a system of squares to represent complex numbers
• To use a system of triangles to represent complex numbers
• To use a system of circles to represent complex numbers

What does Tissots math idea tell us

• Tissot's math idea tells us about cooking recipes
• Tissot's math idea tells us the Mercator map is wrong abt sizes

• Tissot's math idea tells us about gardening techniques
• Tissot's math idea tells us about weather patterns

What is the north and south on a map considered

• a social constriction because the earth was round

• Morning and evening
• East and West
• Left and right

What does the azimuthal polar projection show

• Earth as seen from the Equator
• A map of the Moon's surface
• earth is a lot of water (72%)

• A view of the Earth's core

What is voyager 1

• Voyager 1 is a submarine exploring the depths of the ocean.
• Voyager 1 is a type of bird known for its long-distance flights.
• Voyager 1 is a popular brand of smartphone.
• Voyager 1 is a space probe sent to outer solar system in 1977.