Map coordinate system

A map coordinate system is a way to identify and locate positions on a map using a set of numerical coordinates. There are different types of coordinate systems used in mapping, including latitude and longitude, Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM), and Military Grid Reference System (MGRS). Latitude and longitude is the most commonly used coordinate system, which defines locations based on degrees of latitude and longitude on the Earth's surface. UTM divides the Earth into 60 zones and uses a grid system to specify locations within those zones. MGRS is a system used by the military that combines UTM with a grid system to provide precise locations for military operations. The use of coordinate systems allows for accurate and efficient navigation and mapping of locations around the world.