Discovery Science: Earth – Atmosphere – Tropical Climates

Earth Science: Atmosphere – Tropical Climates The tropics are known as humid, muggy areas with evergreen rain forests rich in animal and plant species. But tropical habitats can also include the grasslands of the savannas and even dry deserts. The term “tropics” comes from the Greek tropos, which means “to turn.” It describes the climate … Read more

Discovery Science: Earth – The Global Climate

Earth Science: THE CLIMATE SYSTEM Earth is home to a number of different climate zones, influenced by various factors. A commonly used system of categorization identifies zones based on their average temperatures, dividing the world into polar, temperate, subtropical, and tropical zones. Discovery The Earth – The Global Climate Different climates exist on various parts … Read more