The Mercator projection, widely used for navigation, distorts the size of landmasses, making Greenland appear larger than Africa. Alternatives like the Gall Peters projection maintain accurate sizes but sacrifice shape, leading to a visually odd representation. Various other projections, including the Winkel triple and Robinson, strive for a balance between size and shape, offering practical solutions for displaying the world accurately. For the best representation of the entire Earth, a globe is recommended, while non-cylindrical projections are ideal for wall displays.
