Why Are the Tropics Hotter than The Equator?

The video explains how Earth's hemispheres and the equator influence sunlight distribution. While equatorial regions receive the most sunlight, they are not the hottest due to the absorption of solar radiation by water bodies, leading to cloud formation and frequent rainfall. The hottest areas are in the tropics, where dry air descends, compresses, and heats up, resulting in higher temperatures. This process explains the location of major deserts near the Tropic of Cancer and Capricorn. Subtropical high pressure systems also contribute to these temperature dynamics.

What is the primary reason equatorial regions are not the hottest on Earth?

• The equator is at a higher altitude, reducing temperature.

• They receive less sunlight than other regions.

• The sunlight is mostly absorbed by water bodies, leading to cloud formation.

• The equator is covered by ice, reflecting sunlight.

Which of the following deserts is located near the Tropic of Cancer?

• Atacama Desert

• Sahara Desert

• Australian Desert

• Kalahari Desert

Why do the tropics experience higher temperatures than the equator?

• They are closer to the sun.

• The air is compressed and heats up as it descends.

• They have less cloud cover, allowing more sunlight to reach the surface.

• They are at a lower altitude, increasing temperature.

What role does the Coriolis effect play in tropical climates?

• It redirects warm air back towards the tropics.

• It causes more rainfall in the tropics.

• It increases the amount of sunlight reaching the tropics.

• It cools the air as it moves towards the poles.

How much does the temperature increase when dry air descends by 1 kilometer?

• 6°C

• 8°C

• 10°C

• 12°C