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Map Projections
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Differentiate between Normal and oblique projections.

Answer

Normal Projection : In these projection the longitudes are drawn perpendicular on latitudes on right angles. They are cylinderical projection.

Oblique Projection : These projects are known as conical projection. In these projection in inner surface of the cone touches some parallel known as stanarderd parallel.

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