UN approves new map showing Africa’s true size
Summary
The United Nations General Assembly approved a resolution to use maps that show Africa’s true size more accurately. The current Mercator map, used for centuries, makes some countries look bigger or smaller than they really are.Key Facts
- The UN General Assembly passed a resolution about map accuracy.
- The resolution focuses on showing Africa’s correct size on maps.
- The Mercator map is widely used but distorts country sizes.
- The Mercator map was created centuries ago.
- Changing to better maps helps people understand the real size of countries.
- The new maps aim to improve global awareness of geography.
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