Globe Diameter: Approx. 18.2 CM Comes with a simple arc stand that attaches easily, spins on it's axis Swivel globe encourages inquisitive children to explore and think big Perfect desktop globe for greater awareness of our planet and maps Would also be useful for adults to use as a desk ornament Maps and globes are very important tools for identifying places on the Earth's surface. Both are representations of the real Earth at a manageable size. A globe is a true representation in miniature. A map is a flat representation of an area, which usually has distortions