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what are the 3 zones of latitude
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The three main zones of latitude are:
1. **Tropical Zone (Tropics)**: This zone lies between the Tropic of Cancer (approximately 23.5° N) and the Tropic of Capricorn (approximately 23.5° S). It is characterized by warm temperatures year-round and has little seasonal variation in temperature. It receives direct sunlight throughout the year.
2. **Temperate Zone**: This zone is located between the Tropics and the Arctic Circle (approximately 66.5° N) in the Northern Hemisphere and the Antarctic Circle (approximately 66.5° S) in the Southern Hemisphere. The temperate zone experiences distinct seasons with varying temperature and precipitation patterns.
3. **Polar Zone (Poles)**: This zone includes areas within the Arctic Circle and the Antarctic Circle. It is characterized by very cold temperatures, long winters, and short summers. The sun's rays strike at a much lower angle, resulting in less solar energy and generally icy conditions.
These zones are important for understanding climate patterns, ecosystems, and geographical variations around the world.
1. **Tropical Zone (Tropics)**: This zone lies between the Tropic of Cancer (approximately 23.5° N) and the Tropic of Capricorn (approximately 23.5° S). It is characterized by warm temperatures year-round and has little seasonal variation in temperature. It receives direct sunlight throughout the year.
2. **Temperate Zone**: This zone is located between the Tropics and the Arctic Circle (approximately 66.5° N) in the Northern Hemisphere and the Antarctic Circle (approximately 66.5° S) in the Southern Hemisphere. The temperate zone experiences distinct seasons with varying temperature and precipitation patterns.
3. **Polar Zone (Poles)**: This zone includes areas within the Arctic Circle and the Antarctic Circle. It is characterized by very cold temperatures, long winters, and short summers. The sun's rays strike at a much lower angle, resulting in less solar energy and generally icy conditions.
These zones are important for understanding climate patterns, ecosystems, and geographical variations around the world.