The U.N. voted to promote map projections that more accurately represent the world, drawing official opposition from the U.S.
The UN has endorsed a new world map using the Equal Earth projection. See how the map compares and why Africa gains the most relative size.
The Equal Earth projection shows countries’ true size relative to one another, unlike the centuries-old Mercator map, which ...
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The UN just backed a world map that makes Africa look much bigger. What’s the fuss about?
What is a map projection? A map projection is a technique that cartographers (map-makers) use to transform the round, ...
The U.N.'s backing of a more accurate world map could reshape how people view the importance of certain regions. The post Why a Global Campaign to Switch Maps Is Gaining Steam appeared first on World ...
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World maps might soon get an upgrade. The United Nations votes to endorse global charts that better represent Africa's true size
If you open Google Maps, you’ll notice that Greenland looks like it’s about the same size as Africa. However, the African ...
The U.N. has backed a new map showing Africa in its true relative size, with the U.S. standing alone in opposition.
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