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Which map projection is widely used for nautical navigation due to its ability to represent lines of constant true direction?
Which map projection is widely used for nautical navigation due to its ability to represent lines of constant true direction?
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Mercator projection = best for navigation due to true direction lines.
Updated On: Jun 16, 2025
- Azimuthal Projection
- Robinson Projection
- Polyconic Projection
- Mercator Projection
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Solution and Explanation
The Mercator projection preserves angles and directions in a straight line, making it ideal for navigation. It represents lines of constant true bearing (rhumb lines) as straight segments.
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