At what degree of latitude is the Tropical zone found?

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The Tropical zone is characterized by warm temperatures throughout the year and is primarily located between the Tropic of Cancer at approximately 23.5 degrees North latitude and the Tropic of Capricorn at approximately 23.5 degrees South latitude. This area experiences minimal temperature variation and significant amounts of rainfall, which contribute to its rich biodiversity and lush ecosystems typically found in tropical climates.

The reference to 30 degrees latitude is closer to the boundary between the Tropical zone and the subtropical regions rather than the center of the Tropical zone itself. The correct reference point for the Tropical zone is actually located at 0 degrees latitude (the Equator) and extends to about 23.5 degrees North and South. Thus, the location of the Tropical zone is often described in relation to these latitudinal tropics, emphasizing its warm, tropical climate.