Genuine question. Why is there no map of the flat earth? Mathematical and cartographic techniques which allow us to accurately map the world have existed for centuries. Why is it then that no map exists of a flat earth which accurately depicts the world?
For example, the map in the wiki shows the Arctic in the centre of the world, with the Antarctic as a ring of ice around the edge, with the continents arranged around the centre. However, the land masses are completely distorted and simply do not correspond with reality.
If the earth is indeed flat then a map on a 2D object (such as paper, or a screen) should show no distortion, whereas any attempt to depict the world as a 3D object would show significant distortion.
Indeed the converse is true - any attempt to show a map of the world on a 2D surface results in distortions, depending on the projection used. Distances and areas no longer accurately represent the earth itself.
It is only when a map of the earth is depicted on a sphere does the map correspond with reality.
Which, combined with other data such as flight times and routes, leads to the inescapable conclusion that the earth is, indeed, spherical. Are there any FE proponents who can explain why this would not be the case?