Eastern Hemisphere (Noun)
Meaning
The hemisphere that includes Eurasia and Africa and Australia.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The eastern hemisphere is home to a diverse range of cultures and ecosystems.
- Most of the world's population lives in the eastern hemisphere, with Asia being the most populous continent.
- The eastern hemisphere is separated from the western hemisphere by the prime meridian.
- The climate in the eastern hemisphere varies greatly, from the frozen tundras of Siberia to the scorching deserts of Australia.
- The eastern hemisphere is also home to many of the world's most ancient and historic civilizations, including those of Egypt, China, and India.