Longitude

Definition

Longitude refers to the angular distance east or west of the prime meridian, which is an imaginary line that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole. It helps us determine a specific location on Earth's surface.

Related terms

Latitude:

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

Prime Meridian: The prime meridian is an imaginary line that serves as a reference point for measuring longitude. It passes through Greenwich, London.

Coordinates:

Coordinates are pairs of numbers (latitude and longitude) that pinpoint a specific location on Earth's surface.