The Geographic Grid

Geographic Grid

• The geographic grid is a system of lines and coordinates used to locate and identify points on the Earth's surface.
• The purpose of the geographic grid is to provide a standardized way of identifying and communicating locations, making it easier to navigate, map, and study the Earth.

Components of the Geographic Grid

• The geographic grid consists of two main components: latitude and longitude.
• Latitude lines, also known as parallels, run east-west and measure distances north and south of the equator.
• Longitude lines, also known as meridians, run north-south and measure distances east and west of the prime meridian.
• The intersection of latitude and longitude lines creates a unique set of coordinates (latitude and longitude) that can be used to identify any point on the Earth's surface.