Lines of Latitude

Front

What happens to latitude as you move south from the Equator?

Back

Latitude increases.

Front

What is the latitude of the Equator?

Back

0°.

Front

What is the latitude of the North Pole?

Back

90° N.

Front

What is the latitude of the South Pole?

Back

90° S.

Front

Which direction do lines of latitude run?

Back

East to West.

Front

What is the purpose of lines of latitude?

Back

To measure distances north or south of the Equator.

Front

What is the latitude of a location halfway between the Equator and the North Pole?

Back

45° N.

Front

Which location is closer to the Equator: 10° N or 20° N?

Back

10° N.

Front

What is the significance of the Tropic of Cancer?

Back

It is located at 23.5° N latitude.

Front

What is the significance of the Tropic of Capricorn?

Back

It is located at 23.5° S latitude.