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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.


When did Ptolemy create the map of the world used by Columbus?

Ptolemy created his world map around the 2nd century AD, specifically in his work "Geographia." However, the map that Columbus used was based on Ptolemy's ideas and was further developed during the Renaissance, particularly through the work of cartographers like Martin Waldseemüller in the early 16th century. Columbus set sail in 1492, relying on the geographical knowledge and maps available at that time, which were influenced by Ptolemaic concepts.


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.


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?

Ptolemy's world map, The travels of Marco Polo, Prime meridian established, Mercator projection. Ptolemy's world map, from around 150 AD, is the oldest, followed by Marco Polo's travels in the 13th century. The Prime meridian was established in 1884, and the Mercator projection was developed in the 16th century.


Who was an ancient astronomer and mapmaker?

Claudius Ptolemy, who lived in the 2nd century AD, was an ancient astronomer and mapmaker. He is known for his work on astronomy and geography, including his famous astronomical treatise called the Almagest and his world map known as the Ptolemaic map.

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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 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 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 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


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.


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.


First person who made the map?

Ptolemy


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?

Ptolemy's world map, The travels of Marco Polo, Prime meridian established, Mercator projection. Ptolemy's world map, from around 150 AD, is the oldest, followed by Marco Polo's travels in the 13th century. The Prime meridian was established in 1884, and the Mercator projection was developed in the 16th century.


Who was an ancient astronomer and mapmaker?

Claudius Ptolemy, who lived in the 2nd century AD, was an ancient astronomer and mapmaker. He is known for his work on astronomy and geography, including his famous astronomical treatise called the Almagest and his world map known as the Ptolemaic map.