They are perpendicular lines
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On some projections it may look that way, but in reality, on a world map, the lines cross at perfect 90 degree angles.
Perpendicular lines cross creating 90 degree angles. Examples would be intersections in city blocks or a cross.
Lines that intersect right angles (ninety-degree angles) are described as perpendicular.
Perpendicular Lines
Perpendicular