Latitude and Longitude

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When would a geographer use absolute location?

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To identify the exact location of a place.

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Example of Absolute Location:

• Finding the GPS coordinates of Robert Smalls
• Telling someone that Robert Smalls is next to Walmart
• Describing what Robert Smalls looks like to someone
• Telling someone how far Robert Smalls is from the fire station

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Finding the GPS coordinates of Robert Smalls

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An exact place (Ex: 1123 N. Hill St.).

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Absolute Location

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What is the absolute location of the Florida Everglades?

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Which ocean is at 45°N 45°W?

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Atlantic

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Which ocean is at 45°N  45°W ?

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Atlantic

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Which ocean is at 0°  75°E?

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Indian

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Which ocean is at 15°S  150°W?

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Pacific

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Which ocean is at 75°N  0° ?

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Arctic

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Which continent is at 45°N 105°W?

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North America