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प्रश्न
The imaginary lines drawn horizontally on Earth from the West to East are called ____________.
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उत्तर
The imaginary lines drawn horizontally on Earth from the West to East are called Parallels of latitude.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Why are the letters N or S added to latitude values?
Give a reason for the following :
There are no latitudes higher than 90°N and 90°S.
What is the latitude of Equator? Also give its characteristics.
What is the latitude of Arctic Circle? Also, give its characteristics.
What is the relationship of seasons between the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
Define the Equator. What is its main function?
Which circle forms the eastern and western hemispheres?
Complete the following table.
| Characteristics | Parallels of latitude | Meridians of longitude |
| Shape | ||
| Size | Size of each parallel is different. | |
| Distance | Distance between two meridians is larger on the equator and the same decreases towards the Poles. |
Name the four hemispheres of the Earth.
Give Reasons:
All the places on earth do not have the same amount of temperature.
