6 Questions
What was the Mercator Projection's impact on map definitions?
It became the standard methodology for map definitions
During which century did the Mercator style of map gain prominence?
19th century
What did the note on the 1855 Colton's Map mention about Antarctica?
Recent discovery of Mt. Terror and Mt. Erebus by Captain Ross
What characterized the 1500s in relation to mapmaking?
Age of exploration and traversing oceans on seas
What change occurred in power distribution by the 19th century?
Power moved from royalty and the church to wealthy merchants and a burgeoning middle class
What did the Mercator Projection distort?
The shape of continents and their size
Test your knowledge of the 1855 Colton's Map of the World on Mercator's Projection and its historical significance during the Industrial Revolution. Explore its unique features and geographical representations.
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