0
Because its near the Equator. Take a look at a map (or globe); all regions (sea or land) near the Equator are tropical.
The Equator is the widest part of the earth. Therefore it is the closest to the sun during its rotation.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Why were so many different groups of people drawn to southeast Asia?
it was the center of trade
Hudson Bay Lowlands Climate?
Swampy wet has all seasons so ya friend me on facebook be my bf? :)
Which European nations set up colonies in Southeast Asia?
The primary colonial powers in Southeast Asia, depending on how you define Southeast Asia, include: * The French -- Indochina, which included Cochin China, Annam, Tongking, Laos, and Cambodia * The Portuguese -- Macau, the Malaccas, part of Timor, and southeast of Bali * The Dutch -- Indonesia and the so-called 'Spice Islands,' the Malaccas * The British -- Burma, Penang, Malacca, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore * The Spainish -- The Philippines * The United States -- The Philippines, following the defeat of the Spanish in the Spanish-American War in 1998.
What is the longest civil war in Southeast Asia?
The longest civil war in Southeast Asia is the war between the State Peace and Development Council (Burma's dictator) and the ethnic groups such as Karen, Karenni, Shan and so on. Until today, the war between the Burma's regime and Karen revolutionary which started from January 31, 1949 takes more than 60 years.
On which continents were Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia located?
It is on the Middle East. It is inside the Fertile Crescent.
What are the climate zones of south Asia?
sexy climates
Why is the southeast good for farming?
The southeastern region of the United States is good for farming due to its mild climate, ample rainfall, and fertile soil. These factors create ideal conditions for growing a variety of crops such as cotton, soybeans, peanuts, and fruits and vegetables. Additionally, the long growing season in the southeast allows for multiple harvests throughout the year.
How is the king cobra affected by the climate of the Sahara Desert?
King cobras to not live in the Sahara Desert so the climate there has on effect on them. It is found predominantly in forests from India through Southeast Asia.
What is climate in Eastern Asia?
Asia is a massive continent so it has a full range of climates, from very cold to very hot, from windy to calm, from wet to dry and so on. Some parts are near the north pole and other parts are near the equator, so it will have the full range of climates that are on Earth. It just depends on what part of Asia you are in. As Asia has some very large countries, even within those countries, different regions can have a wide variety of climate.
Why is the climate so hot and so wet?
mist and dew
In what continent is the Caspian sea in?
The Caspian sea is located between southeast Europe and western Asia. So you could say Europe and Asia.
What types of climate are found in Asia?
this is a large country so it has all the climate
How were the kingdoms and empires in southeast Asia similar and different?
1. The many empires and Kingdoms of Southeast Asia were both similar and different. Buddhism was one of many exports from India that had a profound effect on the peoples of Southeast Asia. Located between China and India, the region known today as Southeast Asia was strongly influenced by both of these powerful neighbors. Even so, the distinct cultures of Southeast Asia retained their own unique identities.
Why is the equatorial climate so hot and so wet?
mist and dew
Why is Asia a good place to grow rice?
Because the weather in easthern Asia is warm, and it is not only the warm weather will the rice grow so well. You must row grass under the water. The land that you grow them on must have a wet soil, and the climate can not be dry. it nust be either hot or warm.
What is the climate for Asia?
Asia is a huge continent, so there are many different climates. In general, it is wet across the southeastern portion and dry across much of the interior. Southern areas are warmer, while the far northern areas are inside the arctic.
Is monsoon Asia a nickname of southeastern Asia?
No more so than hurricane America is a nickname for Southeast America.
