What is another word for equal-area map projection?
Pronunciation: [ˈiːkwə͡lˈe͡əɹi͡ə mˈap pɹəd͡ʒˈɛkʃən] (IPA) 
An equal-area map projection is a map projection that preserves the relative size of areas on the map, ensuring that no area is overly exaggerated or diminished. Synonyms for equal-area map projections include equal-area projection, equivalent projection, equiareal projection, or authalic projection. These types of projections are particularly useful for displaying spatial data that needs to be analyzed in terms of its relative size or importance, such as population density, environmental data, agricultural output or economic indicators. Different types of equal-area map projections include the Albers projection, the Azimuthal projection, and the Mollweide projection, among others, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.
