Multiple choice

Which one of the following regions on the surface of earth has Horse Latitudes?

  1. Equatorial low pressure belt

  2. Subtropical high pressure belt

  3. Sub polar low pressure belt

  4. Polar high pressure belt
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Horse Latitudes are located between 30-35 degrees north and south of the equator in the subtropical high pressure belt. These areas are characterized by calm, light winds and were named by sailors who found themselves stranded (and had to throw horses overboard due to lack of water).

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