Question

2. A ______represent the earth on a flat surface.

Answer 1

2. A ___map___represent the earth on a flat surface.

Answer 2

Maps and globes are models of the Earth's surface. Globes are the most accurate representations because they are spherical like the Earth is, but using a globe as a map has practical disadvantages. There are many ways to project the three-dimensional surface of the Earth on to a flat map.