The image shows a world map. A world map with latitude and longitude lines. The following are labeled: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, Antarctica, Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Arctic Ocean. Which phrase describes the location of Antarctica? east of Africa close to the equator on the prime meridian in the Northern Hemisphere

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Answer:

Your answer would be The prime meridian.

Explanation:

The prime meridian also passes through Antarctica.

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Latitude and longitude indicate the geographical coordinates on the earth. Lattitude are the geographical coordinates that tell about the distance north-south of the equator, while longitude tells about distance east-west to the prime meridian.

The correct answer is:

Option B. on the prime meridian

  • Antarctica is the southernmost continent which is majorly covered by ice.

  • It is situated at 90º 00' S latitude and 0º 00' E longitude.

  • Antarctica is the only land in the south pole through which the prime meridian passes.

  • The prime meridian is a theoretical line that runs between the north and south poles.

Therefore, Antarctica lies on the prime meridian.

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