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Chapter 2
Projections Reference


How to Use the Projections Reference Pages

The Projections Reference pages are organized in alphabetical order by the name of the map projection. The entries in this chapter contain the following:

Classification
Classifies the projection by the geometric or mathematical means of construction.
Syntax
Provides the name of the projection M-file used to specify a particular map projection.
Graticule
Describes the appearance of meridians, parallels, poles, and map symmetry.
Features
Describes the properties of the projection and identifies map distortion.
Parallels
Describes the standard parallels of projection.
Remarks
Describes the history of the projection and relationships to other projections.
Limitations
Describes any restrictions on using the projection.



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