Longitude and Latitude
Latitude and longitude are a system of lines used to describe the location of any place on Earth. Lines of latitude run in an east-west direction across Earth. Lines of longitude run in a north-south direction.
Do you know where you are? Let Tim and Moby help you figure it out with this BrainPOP movie on latitude and longitude! You’ll discover why these two measures involve invisible lines, as well as how the lines work. You’ll also find out how to pinpoint your location on the earth using a special grid, what the Prime Meridian is, why it runs through a town in England, and where 0 degree latitude lies. Plus, figure out how to keep latitude and longitude straight once and for all. Watch this movie and you’ll never get lost again!
Click the image below to watch a video about using Longitude and Latitude to find exact locations on Earth.
Click the link above to find the Longitude and Latitude of any place on Earth
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