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ICSE · Class 5 · Social Studies

What Major Temperature Zones of the Earth covers in ICSE Class 5 Social Studies: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 5 Social Studies · 2026-27

Topics in Major Temperature Zones of the Earth

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1. The Three Temperature Zones

  • The Earth is divided into three temperature zones: Torrid, Temperate, and Frigid Zones.
  • These zones are based on the amount of heat received from the Sun.
  • The Equator receives direct sunlight, making it hottest. The Poles receive slanting rays, making them coldest.
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2. The Torrid Zone

  • Located between the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn.
  • Receives direct sunlight all year, so it is very hot.
  • Also called the Tropical Zone.
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3. The Temperate Zone

  • Located between the Tropic of Cancer and Arctic Circle (North), and Tropic of Capricorn and Antarctic Circle (South).
  • Has moderate climate — not too hot, not too cold.
  • Experiences four distinct seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
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4. The Frigid Zone

  • Located between the Arctic Circle and North Pole (North), and Antarctic Circle and South Pole (South).
  • Extremely cold due to slanting sunlight.
  • Permanently covered with ice and snow.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Earth's Temperature Zones

Torrid ZoneTemperate ZoneFrigid ZoneSunlight and Heat DistributionClimate and SeasonsVegetation and Wildlife

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Key topics in Major Temperature Zones of the Earth include The Three Temperature Zones, The Torrid Zone, The Temperate Zone, The Frigid Zone. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
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