Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
equatorial plate
noun
/ˌɛkwɪˈtɔːriəl pleɪt/
Definition
The equatorial plate refers to an imaginary line or plane that extends around the Earth, dividing it into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, and is often used in the context of planetary science and astronomy.
Examples
- The scientists focused on the equatorial plate to study its geological features.
- Images of the equatorial plate revealed new insights about the planet’s atmosphere.
- Surface conditions vary significantly across the equatorial plate of the moon.
Meaning
In a broader context, the equatorial plate can refer to the part of celestial bodies like planets or moons that lies at the equator, where various phenomena such as climate or geology can be analyzed.
Synonyms
- equatorial region
- equator
- midline
