What is the difference between relative location and absolute location

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Relative location refers to the position of a place or object in relation to the surrounding features. It is described using landmarks, distances, direction, or even cultural associations. For example, "The coffee shop is next to the library."

On the other hand, absolute location refers to the exact coordinates of a place or object on the Earth's surface. It is determined using latitude and longitude or an address. For example, "The coffee shop is located at 123 Main Street, at 40.7128° N latitude and 74.0060° W longitude."