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According to the geographical/astronomical definition of the tropics, that part of the earth is not changing in size. But in terms of the meteorology involved, the warm band around the earth is beginning to expand beyond the traditional boundries. This is thought to be an effect of global warming, which is underway.
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Why are tropial rainforests called tropical rainforests?
Because they are located in an area of the Earth known as the "tropics", between the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, and there is an abundace of rain.
Which area on the earth is known as the torrid zone?
The torrid zone is the area near the equator between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. It is characterized by generally high temperatures and receives direct sunlight all year round.
What area in the world is called the tropics?
the areas that are next to or on the equator.
Why is it so hot in the area called the topic?
did you mean the tropics? It's hot in the tropics because the sun is always right above the area during the day.
What is the area of the Earth that is north of the tropics but south of the Arctic Circle known as?
temperate zone
Why is it almost hot in the area called the tropics?
because its closer to the equator i think...
T or F The tropics are hotter than the poles because the sun strikes this area of earth more indirectly?
That depends on which area you mean when you say "this area of Earth".The sun strikes the Tropics more directly than the poles, and each poledoesn't see the sun at all during six months of the year. That's whythe polar regions are colder than the Tropics.
Which area on the earth is the tropics?
The tropics are the region of the Earth surrounding the Equator, roughly between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. This area is known for its warm climate, lush vegetation, and biodiversity.
Area immediately north and south of the equator?
The distance between the poles and the equator is exactly 10,000 kilometers. That is equal to about 6,250 miles. The earth is 40,000 in circumference or 25,000 miles.
Where are the tropics and polar region found?
Tropics- area near equator polar- area closer to the poles
Are areas between the tropics and polar regions called equinoxes?
No. Equinoxes are something totally different. The area between the tropics and polar regions are known as temperate regions.
What is the area between Tropic of Cancer and Capricorn called?
This band around the earth, consisting of all surface within 23.5 degrees of the equator, is know as the "Tropical zone", or simply the "tropics".It includes every point on earth where it is possible for the sun to be directly overhead at any moment during the year.
