143rd meridian east

The 143rd meridian east is a line of longitude located 143 degrees east of the Prime Meridian, which is located at 0 degrees longitude. This meridian runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, crossing through various countries and territories in the eastern hemisphere. In terms of geography, the 143rd meridian east passes through parts of the following areas: - **Australia**: It crosses through the northeastern part of Australia, including regions in Queensland.