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Eckert II

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Last modified August 3, 2007
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Description

A pseudo cylindrical equal-area projection.

Illustration of Eckert II projection


Projection method

A pseudo cylindrical projection.

Parallels are unequally spaced straight lines. Meridians are equally spaced straight lines. The poles and the central meridian are straight lines half as long as the equator.


Properties


Shape



Shape isn't preserved.

Area



Area is preserved.

Direction



Direction is distorted everywhere.

Distance



Scale is correct along 55°10' N and S.


Limitations

Discontinuities exist at the equator.


Uses and applications

Useful only as a novelty.


Parameters


Desktop





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