72nd meridian west

The 72nd meridian west is a line of longitude that is 72 degrees west of the Prime Meridian, which is located at 0 degrees longitude. This meridian runs from the North Pole to the South Pole, passing through various regions of North America, Central America, and parts of South America. In the United States, the 72nd meridian west passes through several states, including parts of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia.