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Equal-area map vs Mercator map: What is the difference?

The process of converting a three-dimensional(3D) spherical globe into a two-dimensional(2D) flat surface creates a problem for the cartographer. A trade-off is required between the accuracy of ...
earthsky

What is an Equal Earth projection map? See comparisons here

This interactive map compares the Mercator projection versus the Equal Earth projection. Use the slide bar to compare the 2 maps. Image via EqualEarthMap.app. Science news, night sky events and ...
Ars Technica

Popular navigation apps unlikely to ditch Mercator maps despite UN resolution

Nearly every country represented in the United Nations General Assembly recently voted in favor of promoting world maps that more accurately show the size of various continents. But the UN resolution ...
thehindu

What’s the issue with the way Africa is shown on maps? | Explained

The story so far: The African Union (AU) has endorsed the ‘Correct the Map’ campaign to replace the Mercator map projection with alternatives such as the Equal Earth map. At the heart of this demand ...