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@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@ others can be used via [Proj4js](http://trac.osgeo.org/proj4js/).
 
 Maps and Layers
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-A map in OpenLayers is essentially a staple of layers that is viewed from the top. Layers are responsible for retieving data and displaying it.
+A map in OpenLayers is essentially a staple of layers that is viewed from the top. Layers are responsible for retrieving data and displaying it.
 
 Contributing
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