Question

Why are lines of longitude called meridians of longitude and lines of latitude called parallels of latitude? ​

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Lines of Latitude are called parallels because the lines parallel, or run in the same direction as the equator. ... Lines of Longitude intersect the equator at right angles but end at the North and the South Poles. Lines of Longitude are also called meridians. Meridian comes from a Latin word that means midday.

Answer 2

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Lines of Latitude are called parallels because the lines parallel, or run in the same direction as the equator. ... Lines of Longitude intersect the equator at right angles but end at the North and the South Poles. Lines of Longitude are also called meridians. Meridian comes from a Latin word that means midday

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