Question

read the definition. then choose the vocabulary term defined. the imaginary line drawn around earth at zero degrees longitude that divides earth into eastern and western hemispheres
a prime meridian
b equator
c latitude
d absolute location

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The prime meridian is the imaginary line at 0° longitude that divides Earth into eastern and western hemispheres, matching the definition.
• Option B: The equator is at 0° latitude, dividing Earth into northern and southern hemispheres, not related to longitude or east - west division.
• Option C: Latitude refers to the angular distance of a place north or south of the equator, not a line at 0° longitude.
• Option D: Absolute location is a specific point on Earth's surface defined by coordinates, not a line dividing hemispheres.

Answer:

A. prime meridian