Question

the axis of earth helps in marking parallels and meridians​

Answer 1

Circles parallel to the Equator (lines running east and west) are parallels of latitude. They are used to measure degrees of latitude north or south of the Equator. ... Meridians of longitude are drawn from the North Pole to the South Pole and are at right angles to the Equator.

Answer 2

Circles parallel to the Equator (lines running east and west) are parallels of latitude. They are used to measure degrees of latitude north or south of the Equator. ... Meridians of longitude are drawn from the North Pole to the South Pole and are at right angles to the Equator.