Geography Grid and Global Coordinates

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What is the purpose of a grid on a map or globe?

To measure the distance between the Equator and the Poles

To locate places on a map or globe with precision (correct)

To mark the rotation of the Earth on its axis

To indicate the exact point of the North Pole and South Pole

How do meridians of longitude and parallels of latitude help in locating points on Earth?

By indicating the exact distance from the Equator

By measuring the circumference of the Earth

By providing a uniform basis for all countries

By avoiding confusion in locating points (correct)

What are the lines drawn from the North Pole to the South Pole called?

Parallels of latitude

Equator lines

Meridians of longitude (correct)

Prime meridians

Why is it not possible to indicate the exact point for marking the grid on a spherical globe?

The globe lacks a precise starting point Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of meridians of longitude and parallels of latitude on a map or globe?

To establish a network for locating any point on Earth with precision Signup and view all the answers

Why are the meridians of longitude and parallels of latitude called imaginary reference lines?

Because they are not physical features but are used as points of reference Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Equator in relation to the Earth's grid?

It divides the Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres Signup and view all the answers

What would be the consequence of not having a grid system with meridians of longitude and parallels of latitude on a map or globe?

Difficulty in locating specific points with precision Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of latitude?

The angular distance of a point north or south of the Equator measured in degrees. Signup and view all the answers

If a point is located 30° to the south of the Equator, how would its latitude be expressed?

30°S Signup and view all the answers

What are the imaginary lines that form a grid of reference lines for locating places on the Earth called?

Parallels and meridians Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to give the latitude and longitude values of a station to locate it precisely on the Earth?

To indicate the position of the station in relation to the Equator and Prime Meridian. Signup and view all the answers

When giving the value of longitude, why should the letter E or W be added to indicate whether the station is in the Eastern or Western Hemisphere?

To show whether the station is located east or west of the Prime Meridian. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the line that lies midway between the North Pole and the South Pole?

Equator Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lines indicates the angular distance north or south of the Equator?

Parallels Signup and view all the answers

What do meridians and parallels intersect at on the Earth's surface?

Right angles Signup and view all the answers

What is the position of Delhi indicated by 28°40'N and 77°14'E in terms of latitude and longitude?

28°40'N latitude, 77°14'E longitude Signup and view all the answers

What is the network of parallels of latitudes and meridians of longitudes drawn on a globe or a map called?

Geographic Grid Signup and view all the answers

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