9.4: Low Latitude Climates — Read

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9.4.1: Tropical Rain Forest
The tropical rain forest climate supports one of the most lush and diverse environments on Earth. Its location near the equator dominates all aspects of the climate. Year-round warm temperatures and copious rainfall characterize the rain forest climate.
9.4.2: Tropical Monsoon Climate
The tropical monsoon climate experiences abundant rainfall like that of the tropical rain forest climate, but it is concentrated in the high-sun season. Being located near the equator, the tropical monsoon climate experiences warm temperatures throughout the year.
9.4.3: Tropical Wet/Dry (Savanna) Climate
9.4.4: Tropical Steppe Climate
9.4.5: Tropical Desert Climate

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