Question

Describe the problems that arise when the curves of a globe become straight lines on the map?

Answer 1

When curves of a globe become straight lines on the map by Mercator projection, some of the regions, particularly at the poles of the globe, get distorted.

Answer 2

ANSWERS: Distortion of size, shape, distance or area occurs

EXPLANATION: If the curves of a globe are stretched in to a straight line then there would be distortions of size, shape, distance or area occurs. The key lines on the globe are Latitude and Longitude. These are used to find locations, track planes and ships.