Question
Easy
Torrid Zone on Earth receives maximum heat as :
1
it is land locked
2
it is bounded by oceans
3
the mid-day sun is exactly overhead
4
rays of the sun are slanting here
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: CTET
Level/Paper: CTET_P2
Chapter: Physical Geography: Lithosphere, Atmosphere, Hydrosphere
Topic: Atmosphere: Weather & Climate Phenomena
Correct Answer
Option C
Explanation
The Torrid Zone, also known as the tropical zone, is the region of Earth located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. This zone receives the maximum heat due to several geographical and astronomical factors. Let's explore why Option 3, "the mid-day sun is exactly overhead," is the correct answer, and why the other options are incorrect. ### Explanation for Option 3: 1. Mid-day Sun Overhead: The…Read More
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