Earth's Reference Points

Earth's Reference Points

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Science, Geography

10th - 12th Grade

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The video tutorial explains how to determine a location on Earth using imaginary lines of latitude and longitude. It describes the equator as 0 degrees latitude, dividing the northern and southern hemispheres, and provides examples of locations with specific latitudes. The concept of meridians or lines of longitude is introduced, with the Prime Meridian at 0 degrees longitude, and how locations are measured in degrees east or west of it.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the coordinates of the North and South Poles?

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3 mins • 1 pt

How are locations measured in relation to the Prime Meridian?

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