The antipode of a location is the point on the Earth’s surface which is diametrically opposite to it. This means a straight line drawn from Moriarty, New Mexico, through the Earth’s center, would emerge at its antipode. Determining this point involves calculating the opposing latitude and longitude coordinates.
Understanding antipodes is useful in various fields, including long-distance communication planning, mapping, and even understanding global trade routes. Historically, the concept has fascinated explorers and geographers, fueling speculation about the lands and peoples that might exist on the other side of the globe.