Which of the following is not correct about the great circle?

Geography

JAMB 2023

A. The Equator is a Great Circle among the latitudes
B. The Greenwich Meridian and the International Date Line are the only lines of latitude forming a Great Circle
C. The Great Circle divides the earth into two equal spheres
D. The centre of the Great Circle is also the centre of the earth

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

Great Circles:
-A great circle is any line thatdivides the earth into two hemispheres
-The center of the Great circle is the center of the earth
-Equator is the only line of latitude that is a great circle

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