Finding Places with Latitude and Longitude
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Objective
I can locate places on a map using latitude and longitude coordinates.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
Mr Gedge's Geography Channel · 4:49
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Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
Latitude lines, also known as parallels, run horizontally and are measured in degrees north and south of the Equator.
- 2
Longitude lines, also known as meridians, run vertically, with the Prime Meridian at 0 degrees, and are measured in degrees east and west.
- 3
Each degree of latitude and longitude is divided into 60 minutes, and each minute is further divided into 60 seconds, allowing for precise location finding.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
8 questions
What are the two types of lines used in the latitude and longitude coordinate system?
What is the starting point (0 degrees) for measuring latitude?
Part 4 of 4
Exit ticket
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“What location is found at 34°03′N 118°15′W?”
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