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Q · Latitudemedium · 45s
Which latitude is also called the "Heat Zone" because of direct sun rays?
TopicLatitude
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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The heat zone or tropics lies between the Tropic of Cancer at 23.5° N and the Tropic of Capricorn at 23.5° S. This range receives the most direct sunlight throughout the year due to Earth's axial tilt, resulting in generally warm or hot climate conditions.
Final Answer: Option D - Both B and C