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measures north and south
Latitude
measures east or west of the prime meridian
longitude
what is the first degree in finding a location
latitude
what is the second degree in finding a location
longitude
helps us find where places are located and learn what places are like
geographic tools
a representation of an area on Earth’s surface
map
a person who makes maps
cartographer
the 5 different maps
physical,political,climate,economic or resource map thematic
a drawing sketch or plan that makes something easier to understand
diagram
half of a sphere
hemisphere
long term trends in theater elements and atmospheric conditions
climate
describes a location on earths surface in relation to the equator
latitude
describes a location on earths surface in relation to the prime meridian
longitude
using latitude and longitude to find a location
absolute location
using other places to find a place
relative location