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The Greek philosopher Ptolemy inspired both Gerardus Mercator and Christopher Columbus through his works on geography and cartography. Ptolemy's "Geographia" provided a systematic approach to mapping the world, incorporating latitude and longitude, which influenced Mercator's development of the cylindrical map projection. Columbus, on the other hand, used Ptolemy's ideas to estimate distances on his voyages, believing he could reach Asia by sailing west from Europe.
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Arrange these events from the history of cartography in the order in which they occurred. Columbus reaches the Western Hemisphere Piri Reis map Ptolemy's world map Mercator projection?
The correct order of these events in the history of cartography is as follows: Ptolemy's world map was created in the 2nd century AD, followed by Columbus reaching the Western Hemisphere in 1492. The Piri Reis map was created in 1513, and finally, the Mercator projection was introduced in 1569.
How does the Mercator map misrepresent the earth?
latitude and longitude are the same as the Mercator
What type of map projection is used by ship navigation?
Mercator
What is less accurate about a Mercator projection?
what is one problem with the mercator projection
Which Projection was better Mercator or Lambert?
The choice between Mercator and Lambert projections depends on the purpose of the map. Mercator is better for navigation and preserving angles, while Lambert is better for areas near the poles and preserving areas and distances accurately. Choose Mercator for navigation, Lambert for area accuracy.
Which of these people was a famous Greek mapmaker- Mercator Gerardus Ptolemy or Newton?
Ptolemy was a famous Greek mapmaker.
Who inspired Marco polo?
Christopher Columbus.
What were ancient Greek inspired by?
they were inspired by the cheese monsters
Who is the explorer that was inspired by Marco polo?
Christopher columbus.
What did Gerardus Mercator invent?
Geardus Mercator invented the Mercator Map in 1569
Who inspired Christopher Columbus to travel around the world?
His father.
Why did ponce de leon become an explorer?
christopher Columbus inspired him
Who inspired balboas voyage?
i think not for sure but think it was christophr Columbus
Did Christopher Columbus inspire people?
Yes, he inspired other explorers.
What is the name of one of the greatest Greek geographers whose maps influenced Columbus?
one of the greatest Greek geographer whose maps influenced columbus
Which greek mathemician was inspired by the pyramids?
Pythagorus
What novels are inspired by Greek mythology?
the oddesy
