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Map

Last modified by Driving Directions on 01/25/2021

A two-dimensional graphic representation of selected parts of the earth’s surface.

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Map projection

Last modified by Driving Directions on 02/08/2021

A way of mapping the earth’s surface reduces distortion caused by converting three dimensions into two dimensions.

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Map references

Last modified by Driving Directions on 01/28/2021

Map references include the name of the reference map on which a nation may be found. Note that boundary illustrations on these maps are not certainly valid. The entry on Geographic coordinates may help find some smaller countries.