0 degree longitudinal line that runs through Greenwich, England

Distorts size and distance. Used by sailors.

Horizontal lines to show distance north and south of the equator.

Vertical lines to show distance east and west.

Polar Map (Gnonomic Map)

Used by sailors and airplane pilots.

Shows shapes and distances accurately.

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Maps

Term	Definition
Prime Meridian	0 degree longitudinal line that runs through Greenwich, England
Mercator Map	Distorts size and distance. Used by sailors.
Topographic Map	Shows elevations.
Latitude	Horizontal lines to show distance north and south of the equator.
Longitude	Vertical lines to show distance east and west.
Polar Map (Gnonomic Map)	Used by sailors and airplane pilots.
Robinson Map	Shows shapes and distances accurately.
Conic Projection	Used to make road maps.