Question

How are parallels different from meridians​

Answer 1

Answer:

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

Parallels are moved east to west on the map while meridians are moved up and down on poles.

What are Parallel Lines?

• It is an imaginary line that connects all-region on the map
• It is also called Latitudes
• The parallel lines never intersect the equator
• It helps to mark any location on the map

What are Meridians Lines?

• It is an imaginary line that intersects the north and south poles
• It is also called Longitudes
• The line of meridians that passes through Greenwich which is known as Prime Meridian