where+in+the+world

=__Hello Everyone,__=

Mr. van Geffen


=Compasses=

If I had the choice between a compass and a G.P.S., I would choose a compass because if the compass is working properly, I find it much easier to use.
Kate

__ Why does the Prime Meridian pass through Greenwich? __

Because during the International Meridian Conference of 1884, the Greenwich Meridian was chosen as the Prime Meridian. Miguel Corvo

Look at this video. It shows you the globe from space.

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//Alexis//

//Map vs Globe//

//There is a marked difference between a map and a globe. A map is a two-dimensional representation of a certain region of the world. A globe on the contrary is a three-dimensional representation of the whole of the world.// //A map is a detailed representation of a particular part of the world or a region of a particular country of the world. It is characterized by specific descriptions of the land.// //Examples of descriptions on maps include land routes such as rail routes and road routes. Sometimes there would be representations of specific kingdoms and empires on maps. A globe does not carry these representations.// //A globe on the contrary is a representation of the entire part of the world. Sometimes there may be other details on the globe such as climatic conditions, longitudes, latitudes and time. It is a matter of fact that a globe is a solid representation.// //A map is not a solid representation for that matter. It is in fact made of paper and is easily portable too. You can carry a map by folding it and keeping it in your school bag or your box. A globe cannot be carried easily. You cannot fold it. It is a spherical and solid object that cannot be easily inserted into your bag or box.// //One of the most important differences between a map and a globe is that a map is abstract in character. It has abstract representation of the details that are geographically and graphically represented on a globe. This is the reason why a map is marked with designs, symbols and other features. Directions are easily represented on a globe due to its three-dimensional shape.// //Recap:// //The difference between a map and a globe:// //A map is a two-dimensional representation of a certain region of the world, whereas a globe is a three-dimensional representation of the whole of the world.// //A map is an abstract representation of the details that are geographically and graphically represented on a globe. Directions can be easily represented on a globe due to its three-dimensional figure.//