Definitions of Latitude and Longitude (244952)



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SUMMARY

Latitude measures how far north or south of the Equator a location on the Earth's surface is situated. The Equator is situated at 0 degrees.

A positive latitude indicates that a position is situated north of the Equator. A negative latitude indicates that a position is situated south of the Equator.

NOTE: The North Pole is situated at 90 degrees latitude; the South Pole is situated at -90 degrees latitude.

Longitude measures how far east or west of the Prime Meridian a location on the Earth's surface is situated. The Prime Meridian is defined to run through Greenwich, England.

A positive longitude indicates a position is situated east of the Prime Meridian. A negative longitude indicates a position is situated west of the Prime Meridian.

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