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DescriptionAlbers projection SW.jpg
English: The world on Albers projection. 15° graticule, standard parallels at 20°N and 50°N. Imagery is a derivative of NASA’s Blue Marble summer month composite with oceans lightened to enhance legibility and contrast. Image created with the Geocart map projection software.
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