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What is a Global Perspective?

A global perspective is a comprehensive lens through which you see the world around you, shaping your understanding of your own identity and the identities of others.

Which skills does Global Perspectives cover?

Analysis, Collaboration, Communication, Evaluation, Reflection, Research.

What is longitude?

Angular distances measured east and west from the Prime Meridian.

What is latitude?

Angular distances measured north and south from the equator.

Where is the Tropic of Cancer located?

23.5° north of the equator.

Where is the Tropic of Capricorn located?

23.5° south of the equator.

What is the Arctic Circle?

An imaginary line of latitude at approximately 66.5° north of the equator, marking the boundary where the sun does not rise or set for at least one day a year.

What is the Antarctic Circle?

An imaginary line of latitude at approximately 66.5° south of the equator, marking the region where the sun does not set or rise for at least one day a year.

What are the seven continents traditionally recognized?

Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia.

What is the absolute location of Asia?

Approximately at 10° south latitude to 95° north latitude and from 11° to 175° east longitude.

Which oceans border Asia?

North: The Arctic Ocean; East: The Pacific Ocean; South: The Indian Ocean; West: Europe.

What does the word 'Asia' mean?

It comes from the Aegean word asu, meaning 'place where the sun rises'.

How many countries are there in Asia?

There are 49 countries.

Which two countries in Asia are also in Europe?

Russia and Turkey.

What is the population of Asia?

More than 4.7 billion people.

How many languages are spoken in Asia?

Around 2,300 languages.

What is Asia's largest island?

Borneo.

Which mountain in Asia is the highest in the world?

Mount Everest.

What major religions originated in Asia?

Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, and Judaism.

What type of climate does Asia have?

Asia has a varied climate, ranging from cold regions like Siberia to tropical weather in places like Thailand.