Multiple choice general knowledge

Surplus heat zone lies between

  1. 37°N and 66°N

  2. 36°N and 37°S

  3. 23°S and 23°N

  4. 66°N and 66°S

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B Correct answer
AI explanation

To answer this question, you need to understand the concept of surplus heat zones.

Surplus heat zones are regions on Earth that receive more heat energy from the sun than they radiate back into space. These zones are located near the equator, where the sunlight is more direct and concentrated. The surplus heat causes these regions to have higher temperatures compared to other areas.

Let's go through each option to determine the correct answer:

Option A) 37°N and 66°N - This option does not represent a surplus heat zone because it includes latitudes above the equator (greater than 23.5°N) where the heat energy received from the sun is not excessive.

Option B) 36°N and 37°S - This option represents a surplus heat zone because it includes latitudes near the equator, where the sunlight is more direct and concentrated. These regions receive more heat energy than they radiate back into space, leading to higher temperatures.

Option C) 23°S and 23°N - This option does not represent a surplus heat zone because it includes latitudes within the tropics (between the Tropic of Cancer at 23.5°N and the Tropic of Capricorn at 23.5°S), where the heat energy received from the sun is not excessive.

Option D) 66°N and 66°S - This option does not represent a surplus heat zone because it includes latitudes close to the poles, where the sunlight is less direct and spread out. These regions receive less heat energy from the sun and do not experience excessive heat.

The correct answer is B) 36°N and 37°S. This option represents a surplus heat zone because it includes latitudes near the equator, where the sunlight is more direct and concentrated, leading to higher temperatures.