Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134746241
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 23.7, Problem 1A
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The observation made about the distance around the Earth as an observer moves away from the equator.

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The imaginary line that equally divides the surface of Earth into two equal parts is termed as the equator. This cuts the Earth’s surface horizontally. The North to South line that is represented on the Grid system of Earth is called parallel of latitude. However, the East to West line is known as meridians of longitude.

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