Question

why is the IDL considered with respect to the 180 degree meridian only?

➡️which some exceptions, 180 degree meridian passes maximum over the water part Ocean hence, is 180 degree meridian was used to draw the IDL​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The International Date Line (IDL) is an imaginary line of demarcation on the surface of Earth that runs from the North Pole to the South Pole and demarcates the change of one calendar day to the next. It passes through the middle of the Pacific Ocean, roughly following the 180° line of longitude but deviating to pass around some territories and island groups.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:

1)According to the international conventions, the start of a date is considered to be at 180° meridian. 2)This is because,when one crosses the 180° meridian from east or west, there is a difference of 12 hours from prime meridian. 3)Accordingly,an adjustment or change in day time is made at 180° meridian.