Latitude

Definition

Latitude refers to the angular distance north or south of the equator. It helps us determine a specific location on Earth's surface.

Related terms

Longitude:

Longitude refers to the angular distance east or west of the prime meridian, which is an imaginary line running from pole to pole.

Equator: The equator is an imaginary circle around Earth's center that divides it into northern and southern hemispheres. It serves as a reference point for measuring latitude.

Coordinates:

Coordinates are pairs of numbers (latitude and longitude) used to specify precise locations on Earth's surface.