The longest day ever | The international date line

The longest day ever | The international date line

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Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores the concept of time zones, starting with Maddie's long day and her travels to Samoa and Tonga. It explains Earth's rotation, the Greenwich Meridian, and how time differences are calculated. The International Date Line is introduced, showing how it affects the start of a new day. Practical implications of time zones and the Date Line are discussed, using examples like Tonga and American Samoa.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the relationship between the Earth's rotation and the division of time into hours?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe the process of determining the time difference between two locations on Earth.

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How does the concept of time travel relate to the International Date Line?

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