University:
California State University, Northridge
Course:
GEOG 206/L | Introduction to Geographical Information Science and Lab
Academic year:

2021
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Pages:

4
Author:

rehinhea0c

Latitude & Longitude Basics ● Latitude lines run horizontally and are also known as parallels. ● Zero degrees is the Equator. ● 90° north is the North Pole and 90° south is the South Pole. ● Longitude lines run vertically and are also known as meridians. ● Zero degrees is the Prime Meridian. ● Going 180° E and 180° W they meet and form the International Dateline. The Equator: 0° Latitude ● Divides the earth into NORTH & SOUTH hemispheres.