Graticule (cartography)

In cartography, a graticule is a network of latitude and longitude lines that create a coordinate system on a map or globe. These lines help to define locations on the Earth's surface by providing a reference framework for geographic coordinates. ### Key Features of Graticules: 1. **Latitude Lines (Parallels)**: These are horizontal lines that run east-west and measure the distance north or south of the Equator, which is at 0 degrees latitude.