Question

2. Distinguish between parallels of latitude and meridians of longitude.

Answer 1

The parallel circles from the equator to the north and south poles are termed as parallels of latitude. As opposed, the lines of reference, running from the two poles is known as meridians of longitude. ... The parallels of latitude are of unequal length, whereas the meridians of longitude are of equal length

Answer 2

Parellels of latitude- that is equal to the equator

Meridian- that divides the earth into two halves