Depending on the map projection used, the size of continents can be quite distorted - and a map showing the true size of each ...

Flat maps, designed to offer a consistent representation of Earth, reveal inaccuracies in ... This is due to the Mercator Projection, a map type dating back to 1569, introduced by Geradus Mercator.

All maps are influenced by the intent and biases of their creator—even those that are striving to be as accurate as possible.

Whether you realize it or not, you're probably pretty familiar with the Mercator projection. It's the chosen map of Google, and often displayed in classrooms around the country. But Boston public ...