What is another word for torrid zone?
Pronunciation: [tˈɒɹɪd zˈə͡ʊn] (IPA) 
The torrid zone refers to the region near the equator that experiences consistently hot and humid weather throughout the year. Synonyms for this term include the tropical zone, equatorial region, and the tropics. The tropical zone encompasses countries such as India, Brazil, Indonesia, and Kenya. It is known for its lush vegetation, exotic wildlife, and tropical weather that never dips below 18°C. The equatorial region, located near the Earth's equator, exists between the tropics and receives the most direct sunlight, which generates the highest temperatures. The tropics, unlike the temperate zone, only have two seasons, the wet and dry seasons, which can vary between regions.
