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Azimuthal Projection

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Azimuthal Projection - definition(s)

azimuthal projection - [map projections] A map projection that transforms points from a spheroid or sphere onto a tangent or secant plane. The azimuthal projection is also known as a planar or zenithal projection.

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Source: esri, 26 January 2012 08:23:02, http://support.esri.com/en/knowledgebase/GISDictionary/term/abbreviation External 


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