Time zones are regions of the Earth that have the same standard time, which is determined by their longitudinal position relative to the Prime Meridian. They help coordinate activities across different areas by accounting for the Earth's rotation and the varying positions of the sun in the sky.

Time Zones

Time zones

regions of the Earth

Standard Time is a uniform time system established by law or custom across a region, used to synchronize activities and schedules. It divides the world into time zones, each typically one hour apart, to accommodate the Earth's rotation and the need for consistent timekeeping.

standard time

longitudinal position

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).

Prime Meridian

coordinate activities

Earth's rotation refers to the spinning of the planet around its axis, which takes approximately 24 hours to complete and is responsible for the cycle of day and night. This rotation affects various phenomena such as the Coriolis effect, time zones, and the apparent motion of stars in the sky.

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