Tropical zone of earth expanding Flashcards
1
Q
What are climate zones of earth?
A
three climate zones: Tropical, temperate and frigid.
2
Q
What is range of tropical zone?
A
extends around the
equator from 23.5
degrees north to 23.5
degrees south.
3
Q
What is causing this
expansion?
A
Studies have suggested that increasing greenhouse gases, aerosols, and decreasing ozone may be the factors behind this expansion
4
Q
What are recent impacts of this expansion?
A
severe droughts
and bushfires in
Australia and parts of the
U.S
