- A three-dimensional spherical representation of the Earth or another celestial body, depicting its landmasses, bodies of water, and political boundaries.
- Usually scaled down in size compared to the actual Earth.
- Often used for educational or decorative purposes.
- Typically mounted on a stand or axis for easy rotation and viewing.
- Provides a more accurate representation of the Earth's spherical shape and the spatial relationships between different locations.
Earth
- The third planet from the Sun in our solar system.
- A dynamic celestial body that rotates on its axis and orbits the Sun.
- Has an oblate spheroid shape, slightly flattened at the poles and bulging at the equator due to its rotation.
- Consists of various layers, including the crust, mantle, outer core, and inner core.
- Supports a wide range of ecosystems, climates, and life forms.