The Lambert Azimuthal Equal-Area projection is a map projection that represents areas accurately. This means that regions on the map maintain their true size relative to one another, making it useful for comparing different areas. It is often used in fields like geography and cartography for thematic maps, where area representation is crucial. In this projection, the Earth's surface is projected onto a flat plane, typically centered on a specific point, such as a country or continent. The result is a circular map that preserves area but distorts shapes and distances, especially as one moves away from the center.