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Lines of latitude and longitude allows any position on the Earth to be plotted.

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How can you use the longitude and latitude lines?

We use latitude and longitude to precisely describe the location of places on the surface of the Earth.


Why do you use lines of latitude and longitude?

Latitude runs east to west of the earth and longitude lines rubs north to south of the earth.


If you needed to give directions that would tell how far you were from the equator would use the lines of longitude?

No, you would use latitude.


How do you use longitude and latitude to find a location?

You find the lines of latitude and longitude and find the place that they intersect, which is your location.


How many states do not use any latitude or longitude lines to determine the border?

All 50 states in the United States use some form of latitude and longitude lines to determine their borders.


Why would you use longitude and latitude when looking at a map?

We use longitude and latitude when looking at a map to calculate time.


How you use latitude and longitude to locate somewhere on a map?

Use the latitude and longitude lines on the map along with the coordinates. Find where the two coordinates meet and that will be the location you are looking for.


What false statement about the use of longitude and latitude lines on maps?

A common false statement about the use of longitude and latitude lines on maps is that they are evenly spaced across the globe. In reality, while lines of latitude are parallel and evenly spaced, lines of longitude converge at the poles and are widest apart at the equator. This means that the distance between lines of longitude decreases as you move towards the poles, which can distort perceptions of distance and size on flat maps.


How do you use lines of latitude and lines of longitude to find an absolute location on a map?

Lines of latitude indicate a location's distance north or south of the Equator, while lines of longitude show its distance east or west of the Prime Meridian. By identifying the intersection of specific latitude and longitude lines, you can pinpoint an absolute location on a map. The coordinates (latitude and longitude) provide a precise geographical reference for any point on Earth.


Do planes use latitude and longitude for navigation?

Airplanes do indeed us longitude and latitude for navigation. The intersecting lines are perfect for flying from one point to another.


What is the same about the longitude and latitude lines?

Their meaning, purpose, characteristics, and use are widely misunderstood.


What is the unit of measurement used for reading lines of longitude and latitude?

You would use angular degrees or angular degrees plus minutes and seconds.