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Map Projections
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What facts need to be kept in view while transferring the globe on a plain surface ?

Answer

The following facts are needed to be kept in view while transferring the globe on a plain surface which include preservation of area, shape, direction and distances.

(i) Source of light
(ii) Developable surface
(iii) Global properties.

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