Regarding Earth's Major climate zones:
- Tropical zones experience minimal seasonal temperature variation
- Temperate zones are characterized by four distinct seasons.
Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e.Both 1 and 2.
The tropical zone, located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, receives nearly direct sunlight throughout the year. Because solar radiation remains relatively constant, the region experiences little seasonal variation in temperature. Instead of temperature changes, seasons are mainly defined by wet and dry periods due to shifting wind and rainfall patterns. Hence, statement 1 is correct.
The temperate zones, situated between the tropics and the polar circles, experience moderate sunlight and clear seasonal shifts. Variations in Earth’s tilt and revolution lead to four distinct seasons—spring, summer, autumn, and winter. These seasonal contrasts in temperature and daylight are typical characteristics of temperate climates. Therefore, statement 2 is also correct.