Class 11 NCERT • Geography Book 3 (Practical Work)
Practical Geography Ch 03: Latitude, Longitude and Time
Select a topic or study module below to explore parallels of latitude, meridians of longitude, the equator, Prime Meridian, calculation of local and standard time, time zones, International Date Line, and practical work solutions.
Topic 01 • Parallels of Latitude
Exploring Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Capricorn, Arctic Circle, Antarctic Circle, and Angular Measurements
Topic 02 • Meridians of Longitude
Analyzing Prime Meridian (Greenwich), Semi-Circles, Convergence at Poles, and Distance Variations
Topic 03 • Geographic Grid System
Studying Intersection of Latitudes and Longitudes, Exact Coordinate Pinpointing, and Global Mapping
Topic 04 • Local Time Calculation
Investigating 360 Degrees in 24 Hours, 4 Minutes per Degree Rule, Sun Positions, and Local Noon
Topic 05 • Standard Time Zones
Examining Standard Meridians, National Time Zones, Indian Standard Time (IST), and Multi-Zone Countries
Topic 06 • International Date Line
Analyzing 180° Meridian Deviation, Gaining and Losing Calendar Days Crossing East-West
Topic 07 • Time Problem Solving
Studying Step-by-Step Longitude Difference Calculations and Solving Global Time Zone Word Problems
Module 08 • Solutions & Quiz