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Question
Parallels and meridians are imaginary lines.
Options
Right
Wrong
MCQ
True or False
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Solution
The statement is Right.
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Concept of Latitudes
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Mention two characteristics of lines of latitude.
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| 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. |
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