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since the Earth turns from East to West (or West to East) timezones running East to West would not show how far the sun has gone. Think about it: how could it possibly be the very same time at a given moment all along the equator? The equator runs through the entire sunlit and night time parts of the earth.
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Do time zones run vertically or horizontally?
Time zones run vertically, extending from the North Pole to the South Pole. They are generally defined by lines of longitude, with each time zone typically covering 15 degrees of longitude to account for the Earth's rotation. This vertical alignment means that as you move east or west across the globe, you change time zones.
Indicate the cardinal directions?
I uderstand the cardinal directions to be North, East, South and West
Is longitude north and south?
both .. longitude measures from north to south or from south to north the same with latitude.
What is the name of the four main points of a compass?
The four main points of a compass are north, east, south, and west. These points help in determining direction when navigating.
What direction does longitude travel on the globe?
Longitude lines connect the North and South Poles and measure distances east or west of Greenwich.
Which state was not a buffer zones between the North and the South?
West Virginia
What is the name of Chinese language generally spoken across north and south-west china?
Chinese Language generally spoken in north and south west china
How many geopolitical zone are there in Nigeria and there headquarters?
There are six geopolitical zones in Nigeria: North-West, North-East, North-Central, South-West, South-East, and South-South. Each zone has specific states that make up its political structure, but they do not have official headquarters.
Do Time zones change from north to south?
Time zones change from east to west, so the correct answer is no. However they are not perfectly straight, so it is possible to be in a different time zone than a place north or south of you.
Which way do you go to get to California from ny north south east or west?
Generally west.
Is there 16 directions i n a compass?
Going clockwise, the 16 directions are... North North North East North East East North East East East South East South East South South East South South South West South West West South West West West North West North West North North West ...and back to North again.
What are the eight specific direction?
North : north east : east : south east : south : south west : west : north west.
Where are hardiness zones 8-11 in the US?
Zones 8 to 11 include a large portion of the southeast, south, south west and west. Google 'USDA Planting Zone Map' for exact locations of these zones.
Where the sunrise come from north south east or west?
The sun rises from a generally easterly direction.
Why is there a time difference between northern US and the Southern part?
There are no North/ South time differences. Time values, as used, depend on time zones which change approximately as you move East or West. As these zones are politically defined you may sometimes change time when moving North or South.
Is Brazil north south east or west?
North, South, East, or West.... of WHAT?
Why does North Dakota have two different time zones?
The Southwestern part of the state is more socially and culturally aligned with the south and west in terms of commerce.
