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    The torrid zone lies between _____________.
    Question

    The torrid zone lies between _____________.

    A.

    Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn

    B.

    North Pole and Arctic Circle

    C.

    Antarctic Circle and Tropic of Capricorn

    D.

    Arctic Circle and Tropic of Cancer

    Correct option is A

    The correct answer is (a) Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn

    Explanation:

    The torrid zone refers to the region on Earth that lies between the Tropic of Cancer (23.5° N) and the Tropic of Capricorn (23.5° S).

    • This zone experiences direct sunlight throughout the year, resulting in high temperatures and is commonly known as the tropical zone.
    • It is characterized by hot and humid climates, and it includes regions such as the Amazon Rainforest, the Congo Basin, and parts of Southeast Asia.

    Information Booster:

    Geographical Zones:

    1. Torrid Zone (Tropical Zone):
      • Location: Between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn.
      • Climate: Hot and humid, with no winter season and direct sunlight throughout the year.
      • Examples: Includes tropical rainforests, deserts, and savannas.
    2. Temperate Zones:
      • Location: Between the Tropic of Cancer and the Arctic Circle in the Northern Hemisphere, and between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Antarctic Circle in the Southern Hemisphere.
      • Climate: Moderate climate, with four seasons (spring, summer, autumn, and winter).
    3. Frigid Zones:
      • Location: Between the Arctic Circle and the North Pole in the Northern Hemisphere, and between the Antarctic Circle and the South Pole in the Southern Hemisphere.
      • Climate: Cold and polar, with long winters and short summers.

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