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Distinguish between Parallels and Meridians.

Latitudes & Longitudes

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Difference between Parallels and Meridians:

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1.They are the imaginary circles parallel to the equator.These are the imaginary lines running from the north pole to the south pole.
2.They never intersect each other.They intersect at north and south pole.
3.They are also known as latitudes.They are also known as longitudes.
4.They vary in length.They have same length.

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