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Compromise Projection

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Compromise Projection - definition(s)

compromise projection - [map projections] A projection that does not have equal area, conformal, or equidistant characteristics. The compromise projection is an attempt at balance between these characteristics, and is often used in thematic mapping.

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Source: esri, 28 February 2012 09:47:04, http://support.esri.com/en/knowledgebase/GISDictionary/term/abbreviation External


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