Polar Stereographic Flashcards
1
Q
Convergence
A
Chart convergence is greater than earth convergence.
- Equal to sin(90) = 1
2
Q
Merdians
A
Converge at a constant rate
Only true straight lines on this chart
3
Q
Great Circles
A
Concave to the nearest pole and increases the concavity away from the pole, but for practical uses we assume a straight line
4
Q
Rhumb Lines
A
Concave to the pole
