hemispheres

The globe is divided by convention into four half spheres, using the Greenwich meridian or the Equator as a reference point.

Southern Hemisphere

Southern half of the globe in relation to the Equator.

Western Hemisphere

Western half of the globe in relation to the prime meridian.

Northern Hemisphere

Northern half of the globe in relation to the Equator.

Eastern Hemisphere

Eastern half of the globe in relation to the prime meridian.