Ekvatoriaalivyöhykkeellä

Ekvatoriaalivyöhykkeellä is a term that refers to regions located around the Earth's equator. These areas are characterized by consistently high temperatures throughout the year, with minimal seasonal variation. The equatorial climate experiences significant rainfall, often in the form of daily convectional thunderstorms, leading to lush vegetation such as rainforests. The sun's rays strike the Earth at a near-perpendicular angle in these zones, resulting in high solar insolation. Due to the high humidity and temperature, the air in ekvatoriaalivyöhykkeellä is often heavy and tropical. These regions typically include parts of South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The biodiversity in these equatorial zones is among the highest on the planet, supporting a vast array of plant and animal species. The day and night lengths are also relatively consistent year-round, with about twelve hours of daylight and twelve hours of darkness.