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These lines are not actually on the planet, but are imaginary lines used to help us find our way around the curved surface of Earth

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Why is it necessary to have latitudes and longitudes on maps or globes?

these are the imaginary lines to check the gmt and location of a place


Are globes and maps marked with imaginary lines for geographers to use colocate on earths surface?

Yes


What are the imaginary lines that measure distance on maps and globes?

east and west


Why was a need fell to draw imaginary lines on the globe?

The imaginary lines of longitude and latitude drawn on maps and globes of the Earth, is to aid navigation and accurately locating spots on the Earth's surface.


Where can you see latitude and longitude?

You can see latitude and longitude on maps and globes, since they are imaginary lines that cannot be seen on the surface of Earth.


Does Africa have parallel lines and intersecting lines?

No. The lines on maps are imaginary - they do not exist.


Why are lines of latitude and longitude imaginary lines?

The lines are "imaginary", because they don't really exist in nature. We created most of those lines, mathematically, and we use these lines to help us describe where we are. We draw those lines on the maps and globes to help us describe things. There's one of those "imaginary" lines that have some physical meaning; the equator.


What colour is used for the lines of longitude?

The lines of longitude are represented in green on most maps and globes.


What are the imaginary lines on the maps?

The horizontal lines are called latitudes and the vertical lines are called longitudes.


What is the use of meridian lines?

Meridian lines are imaginary lines that run north-south on maps and globes, helping to determine longitude. They are crucial for navigation and geographic positioning, allowing individuals to pinpoint specific locations on Earth with precision.


Is shanghai in the northern or southern hemisphere?

Shanghai is in the northern hemisphere. The equator is an imaginary line that divides the northern and southern hemispheres on maps and globes.


Why do distances appear longer on maps than globes?

It is to do with the scale used on the maps and globes.