answersLogoWhite

0

More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

The world is a sphere, maps can't be.

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why does every map projection have some degree of distortion?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Why doe every map have some degree of distortion?

The world is a sphere, maps can't be.


What map have projection has fairly accurate shapes in the center but increasing distorting toward the edges?

All two dimensional (flat) maps (called projections) of the surface of the Earth have distortion. Several projections are used to create such maps and each is better for some uses and not others. There is no most distorted projection. It depends on the intended use for the map.


What is a map projection?

It is a projection of a map.AdditionallyA map projection is used to represent all or part of the round Earth onto a flat surface which always creates some form of distortion. Mapmakers and mathematicians have devised countless ways to project the image of the globe onto paper.


Does the Robinson projection show the size if the continents accurately but the water areas are expanded to fill the extra space?

most, if not all, of the map projections that are created have some sort of distortion. ( because the map projections were made to resemble Earth on paper. ) So even if it seems like there is no distortion, or at least any easy to find distortion, there is distortion and warping of continents although they can be very close to somewhat accurate. ( Globes have been proven to be the best resource to look at continents, countries, physical features, etc. ) Also, we must realize that maps are scaled down versions of Earth so you can't fit Australia in the palm of your hand. But I personally would say that the Robinson projeciton map is a good projection.


Why does distortion matter?

distortion matters because the earth is round and it is impossible to show the earth on a flat surface without some distortion


What must every measurement contain?

Some degree of error.


Does the bass player of evanescence use a distortion?

Which songs are you asking about? I am going to just assume its Bring me to life. Well there is always distortion in almost every song with bass because People never notice it. In attempt to let the bassist get some notice, there is going to be distortion. I play regular guitar so I cant tell you weather its wah wah, or something else but Yes. There is, in fact, distortion.


What are some of the problems with map projections?

Distortion


What is distortion art?

Distortion in art is a change made to shape, size, or some other characteristic of the work by the artist. In some instances, distortion is a desired effect. In other instances, the artist will try to correct it because it is unwanted.


What is signal distortion in transmission lines?

there are some distortion in transmission line : copper loss,dielectric loss,skin effect


Is astral projection used in witchcraft?

Some witches, although not all of them, may practice astral projection.


What is the limitation to any map?

There is always some distortion.