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This imaginary line circles Earth halfway between the poles.

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The equator is the reference for zero degrees latitude. Source: Equator ↗

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  1. 35This reference meridian is defined as 0° longitude.RECALL
    Prime meridian

    It passes through Greenwich

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  2. 36This coordinate measures angular distance north or south of the equator.RECALL
    Latitude

    It is measured in degrees

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  3. 37This coordinate measures angular distance east or west of the prime meridian.RECALL
    Longitude

    It is measured in degrees

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