π Topic Summary
The Earth is divided into hemispheres β the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, separated by the Equator, and the Eastern and Western Hemispheres, divided by the Prime Meridian. Major latitudes, like the Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Arctic Circle, and Antarctic Circle, are imaginary lines circling the Earth that help us define climate zones and locations. Understanding these concepts is essential for grasping global geography and climate patterns.
π Part A: Vocabulary
Match each term with its correct definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Equator |
A. The imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. |
| 2. Prime Meridian |
B. The imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Eastern and Western Hemispheres. |
| 3. Tropic of Cancer |
C. The latitude at approximately 23.5 degrees North. |
| 4. Tropic of Capricorn |
D. The latitude at approximately 23.5 degrees South. |
| 5. Arctic Circle |
E. The latitude at approximately 66.5 degrees North. |
π Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the following paragraph using the words provided: Northern, Southern, Equator, Eastern, Western.
The Earth is split into two main hemispheres: the __________ and the __________. The __________ is the line that divides these two hemispheres. The Prime Meridian divides the __________ and __________ hemispheres.
π€ Part C: Critical Thinking
Why is it important to understand the Earth's hemispheres and major latitudes?