Question

Explain the limitations and uses of Conical Projection with one Standard Parallel.

Answer 1

Limitations:

• It is not suitable for a world map due to extreme distortions in the hemisphere opposite the one in which the standard parallel is selected.
• Even within the hemisphere, it is not suitable for representing larger areas as the distortion along the pole and near the equator is larger.

Uses:

• This projection is commonly used for showing areas of mid-latitudes with limited latitudinal and larger longitudinal extent.
• A long narrow strip of land running parallel to the standard parallel and having east-west stretch is correctly shown on this projection.
• Direction along standard parallel is used to show railways, roads, narrow river valleys and international boundaries.
• This projection is suitable for showing the Canadian Pacific Railways, Trans- Siberian Railways, international boundaries between USA and Canada and the Narmada Valley.