Physical Geography - Time Flashcards
1
Q
What is Time based on?
A
The rotation of the Earth on its Axis, and Sunlight.
2
Q
What are the Four Hemispheres?
A
The North, South, East, and West Hemispheres.
3
Q
What does the Prime Meridian separate?
A
The West and East Hemispheres. It passes through England.
4
Q
How many Time-zones are there?
A
24; 12 in the East and 12 in the West.
5
Q
Why are there 24 Time-zones?
A
There are 24 since there are 24 hours; each one equals 1 hour.
6
Q
What are Airline Three Digit Codes?
A
A type of Absolute Location used by Airlines and Airports.
7
Q
One day is based upon the ___,
A
rotation of the Earth.
