and bodies of water that surrounds the Philippines? Identify them by filling the
Odlower an image you are familiar with (Figure 1) Remember the landmasses
missing
T.
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Plot the
following
coordinates
(latitude
longitude) on the map
(Figure 1). 5°N, 135°E
has been done for you.
5°N, 115 E
15°N, 115 E
21°N, 120 E
25°N, 120°E
25°N, 135°E
Have you seen this
area before? - It is
usually featured as part
of the evening news.
Especially when there
is a low- pressure area
near the Philippines.
What does this area
represent?
TI
B---
Why do you think is the
eastern boundary much
farther than the
western?
1 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128 129 130 131° 1° 13° 134 139
Figure 1. Map of the Philippines and vicinity.
(Photo from DepEd Grade 8 Science Learn r's Module)​