Question

What is a grid system and the importance of grid systems while mapping?

Answer 1

Instructions:
Define latitudes and longitudes
Need of grid system

Solution:

• Grid system is basically a set of Imaginary horizontal and vertical lines which are drawn on the map.

Latitudes and Longitudes

• The horizontal lines are called latitudes and the vertical lines are called longitudes.
• The grid system is also called graticule.

Purpose

• It is helpful to find the exact location of a place