| − | The '''tropics''' reside in the Equatorial region between the [[Tropic of Cancer]] and the [[Tropic of Capricorn]]. They are characterized by generally warm or hot temperatures year-round, thought much variation exists due to altitude and other factors. Temperate zones north and south of the tropics generally have a [[winter]] season. | + | The '''tropics''' reside in the Equatorial region between the [[Tropic of Cancer]] and the [[Tropic of Capricorn]]. They are characterized by generally warm or hot temperatures year-round, thought much variation exists due to altitude and other factors. [[Temperate]] zones north and south of the tropics generally have a [[winter]] season. |