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the prime meridian runs north and south. it perfectly intersects the equator that runs west and east.

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What direction is new york from the prime meridian?

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Which direction is Asia located from the equator and from the prime meridian?

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If you fly west from the prime meridian do you lose hours?

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Is Australia east or west of the prime meridian?

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What are the points called on each side of the prime meridian?

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What is the name of the meridian that is located at 0 longitude?

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