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Latitude is a geographical coordinate that specifies the north-south position of a point on the Earth's surface, measured in degrees from the equator. It plays a crucial role in determining climate zones, daylight variation, and navigation, impacting both natural environments and human activities.
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Longitude is a geographic coordinate that specifies the east-west position of a point on the Earth's surface, measured in degrees from the Prime Meridian, which is set at 0° in Greenwich, England. It is essential for navigation, timekeeping, and global positioning systems, as it works in conjunction with latitude to pinpoint exact locations on the globe.
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The Equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, representing the zero-degree latitude. It is the widest circumference of the Earth and experiences nearly constant daylight throughout the year, influencing climate and ecosystems in equatorial regions.
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The Prime Meridian is the zero-degree longitude line from which all other longitudes are measured, serving as a global reference point for time and navigation. It passes through the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England, and is crucial for the system of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
The Geographical Coordinate System is a method for specifying locations on Earth using a set of numbers, typically latitude and longitude, which are measured in degrees. This system allows for precise navigation and mapping by providing a unique identifier for every point on the planet's surface.
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system that provides location and time information anywhere on Earth, where there is an unobstructed line of sight to four or more GPS satellites. Originally developed by the United States Department of Defense, GPS is now widely used in various applications including navigation, mapping, and timing services.
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The Earth is like a big ball that we can split into two halves, called hemispheres, to help us understand where things are. We also have two halves in our brain, and each side helps us do different things, like talking or drawing pictures.
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Meridians are pathways in traditional Chinese medicine through which vital energy, or 'qi', flows, influencing physical and emotional well-being. They are used in practices like acupuncture and acupressure to diagnose and treat various health conditions by restoring balance and harmony in the body.
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Geographical distance refers to the physical space between two locations on Earth's surface, typically measured in units such as kilometers or miles. Understanding Geographical distance is crucial for navigation, planning transport routes, and analyzing spatial relationships in physical geography and human interactions.
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