Understanding Latitude and Longitude

The video explains how lines of latitude and longitude form a grid on the Earth's surface, allowing precise location pinpointing. It uses Hawaii as an example to demonstrate how coordinates work. The video also introduces GPS technology, which uses satellites to determine exact locations, and highlights its usefulness for hikers and boaters.

What is the function of a global positioning system (GPS)?

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In what ways are hand-held GPS devices useful for hikers and boaters?

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