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∙ 11y agoA map of the world in the shape of a sphere is called a globe. This representation provides a more accurate depiction of the Earth's actual shape compared to flat maps. Globes are often used for educational and decorative purposes.
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A map drawn on a sphere is called a globe. It provides a more accurate representation of the Earth's surface compared to flat maps because it mimics the actual shape of the planet.
A globe!
The map projection that transfers points from a sphere to a cylinder is called a cylindrical projection. Examples include the Mercator and Miller cylindrical projections.
That change in shape is called distortion. It occurs when representing the three-dimensional surface of the Earth on a two-dimensional map, leading to inaccuracies in the size and shape of landmasses.
Anixmander from Greece is credited with making the first world map in 6th century B.C. he based it off of a cylindrical shape. But the first map ever made (non-world map) was in 4,000 B.C. which was made in Egypt out of clay and baked.
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A map of the world on a sphere is called a globe. It provides a more accurate representation of the Earth's surface compared to flat maps.
Look at the shape of it from a world map or a map of europe and you have your answer!
A map drawn on a sphere is called a globe. It provides a more accurate representation of the Earth's surface compared to flat maps because it mimics the actual shape of the planet.
a globe
A globe
A globe.
A map in the shape of an oval is called the Mollweide Map.
The spherical map of the earth is referred to as a "Globe".
A globe!
Hemisphere.
The map projection that transfers points from a sphere to a cylinder is called a cylindrical projection. Examples include the Mercator and Miller cylindrical projections.