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This is a cylindrical map projection. It is a standard map for nautical purposes because it represents lines of constant course, called Rhum Lines, as straight segments. This is precisely the type of route employed by ships at sea. Compasses are used to indicate geographical direction and to steer the ship. The projection was presented by Mercator in 1569
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What came first Ibn Idrisi's Ptolemy's or Piri Reis's world map?
well the piri reis map was created in 1929 and as for the ptolemy's map i am currently unable to find the creation date for it so the ptolemy's map came first because i am on a quiz and my teacher says it came first.
What famous Alexandrian was responsible for the most popular map printed from movable type in the fifteenth century?
Ptolemy was the famous Alexandrian responsible for the most popular map printed from movable type in the fifteenth century. The Ptolemy's world map is a map of the known world to Hellenistic society written in c. 150.
Why is Africa missing from the map of Ptolemy?
Because he did not know about Africa.
Arrange these events from the history of cartography in the order in which they occurred Prime meridian established The travels of Marco Polo Ptolemy's world map Mercator projecti?
1. Ptolemy's Map - c. 150 2. Marco Polo's travels - 1292 3. Mercator Projection - 1569 4. Prime Meridian established - 1884
Who produced the world's oldest existing portable star map?
The world's oldest existing portable star map, known as the Farnese Atlas, is believed to have been produced by the Greek astronomer and cartographer Claudius Ptolemy in the 2nd century AD. However, it is important to note that the Farnese Atlas is a modern copy of Ptolemy's original work, as the original has been lost to time.
When did Ptolemy create the world map?
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On the map Ptolemy made of the world what is missing?
Africa
What was wrong with Ptolemy's map of the world?
They were very incorect, and this was proven.
What came first Ptolemy's world map or Columbus reaching the western hemisphere?
Ptolemy's world map dates from the 2nd century A.D., Columbus made his voyages in the 15th century A.D.
What came first Ibn Idrisi's Ptolemy's or Piri Reis's world map?
well the piri reis map was created in 1929 and as for the ptolemy's map i am currently unable to find the creation date for it so the ptolemy's map came first because i am on a quiz and my teacher says it came first.
What famous Alexandrian was responsible for the most popular map printed from movable type in the fifteenth century?
Ptolemy was the famous Alexandrian responsible for the most popular map printed from movable type in the fifteenth century. The Ptolemy's world map is a map of the known world to Hellenistic society written in c. 150.
The difference between present mapof sri lanka and the Ptolemy's map?
What the different between present map of srilanka and the by ptolemy
Where can you find an old world map?
A map of the ""old world"" can be found by researching Ptolemy. Ptolemy wrote the book Geographia in the year 150. A map was constructed based on this book. Old or antique ""world maps"" can be found in books, on a poster, or tapestry. (In a museum, book store, library, and/or on line). A cartographer would be the expert to seek out in that search.
Who created the map of the world that led Columbus to believe Asia could be reached by sailing west from the coast of Africa?
Ptolemy created the map of the world that led Columbus to believe Asia could be reached by sailing west from the coast of Africa. It became the best existing map of the world.
First person who made the map?
Ptolemy
Who drew the first sri lankan map?
Ptolemy.
Who was the famous map maker in Greece?
Claudius Ptolemy was a famous map maker in Greece.
