Preferred Term:
tropics
Definition:
Tropical moist climates extend north and south from the equator to about 15° to 25° latitude. In these climates all months have average temperatures greater than 64°F (18°C) and annual precipitation greater than 59".
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Entry Terms:
- tropical regions
- tropical climates
- tropical savanna climate
- tropical rainforest climate
- tropical monsoon climate
- megathermal climate
- tropical zones
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/26898
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