The Tropic of Cancer is used to tell to what extent the direct rays of the Sun reach north in a year.
The temperature is making records in the country. The temperature in Banda has crossed 48.2 degrees Celsius. As the heat increases, people often say that it rains in the areas of the Tropic of Cancer. This sounds effective, but the question is whether it is completely correct or not. The Tropic of Cancer is related to the direct rays of the Sun and the position of the Earth. This does not mean that everywhere above or around this line will always be the hottest.
Heat, heat, humidity, rain, clouds, wind, sea and land, the effects of all these together create the weather. Therefore it is important to understand the Tropic of Cancer. Only then will we be able to know why heat wave occurs, which places are more affected, and how it can be prevented.
What is Tropic of Cancer?
Tropic of Cancer is an imaginary line drawn on the Earth. It is located north of the equator at approximately 23.5 degrees latitude. It is called Tropic of Cancer in English. This is not a wall, road or real line on the ground. It is considered only for explaining maps and geography. It is used to tell to what extent in a year the direct rays of the Sun reach towards the north.
Every year around June 21, the direct rays of the Sun fall on the Tropic of Cancer.
What is the importance of Tropic of Cancer?
The greatest importance of the Tropic of Cancer is related to the position of the Sun. Every year around June 21, the direct rays of the Sun fall on the Tropic of Cancer. At this time the days are longer in the Northern Hemisphere. The heat is also felt more. But this does not mean that on that day or at that place it will be the hottest in the world. Temperature is not determined by direct sunlight alone. Wind direction, clouds, humidity, soil type and local weather also have a great impact.
Is it more hot in the areas of Tropic of Cancer?
no, it’s not necessary. The heat may be more in the areas passing through the Tropic of Cancer, but it is not the same everywhere. Sometimes areas away from the Tropic of Cancer also become hotter. For example, in desert areas the temperature can go very high. Whereas some areas near the sea, despite being on the Tropic of Cancer, do not feel so hot. The reason is that the sea breeze balances the temperature to some extent. That is, the Tropic of Cancer is an important geographical sign, but it alone does not determine the heat.
In India, the Tropic of Cancer passes through a total of eight states.
What is the relation between Tropic of Cancer and India?
The Tropic of Cancer passes through the middle of India. It passes through many states of India. Therefore it has special importance in the study of geography. But the effect of heat in India is not only due to the Tropic of Cancer. In some places in India, there is dry heat, somewhere there is humid heat, somewhere hilly areas provide relief, while in some coastal areas there is more trouble even when the temperature is low. The reason for this is moisture. When there is more humidity in the air, sweat does not dry quickly. This does not cool the body. Therefore, it may feel hot even at low temperatures.
Tropic of Cancer passes through how many states in India?
In India, the Tropic of Cancer passes through a total of eight states. These states are Gujarat, only the southern part of Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura and Mizoram. In India, a very popular Hindi sentence is used to remember these states – Mitra par Gamchha Jhar. Let’s look at this with an example.
- Mi: Mizoram
- Tr: Tripura
- P: West Bengal
- R: Rajasthan
- C: Gujarat
- M: Madhya Pradesh
- Cover: Chhattisgarh
- Jhar: Jharkhand
Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, is the city closest to the Tropic of Cancer. Mahi River is the only river in India which cuts the Tropic of Cancer twice. These places are located in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan. Mahi river originates from the Vindhyachal mountain range in Dhar district.
Are all areas along the Tropic of Cancer the same?
The climate of the countries and regions through which the Tropic of Cancer passes can be different. Somewhere there is desert, somewhere plateau, somewhere forest, somewhere fields and somewhere near the sea. Temperature and weather are not the same everywhere. That is, it is not enough to just know that a place is on the Tropic of Cancer. It also has to be seen what is the altitude there, whether the sea is nearby or not, how much greenery is there, how the wind blows and how much rain occurs.
What factors determine the actual effect of heat?
The intensity of heat depends on many things.
Sun rays: Where the sun rays fall more directly, there can be more heat.
- damp: If there is more moisture in the air, the body gets less relief.
- Wind Direction: Hot and dry air can make temperatures harsher.
- Cloud: There may be less sunlight when it is cloudy.
- Type of land: Sandy or dry ground heats up quickly.
- Trees and Water Sources: Areas with greenery and water may remain relatively cool.
What effect does heat wave have on people?
Heat wave can be very dangerous. This may cause dehydration. You may feel dizzy. Headache may occur. Fatigue may increase. Many people are at risk of heat stroke. The elderly, children, pregnant women, laborers and people with pre-existing medical conditions are at greater risk. Heat doesn’t just affect the body. The speed of work is slow. Demand for electricity increases. Lack of water is felt. Crops may also be affected.
In summer it is often said that it is raining on fire.Raining fire means very intense heat. Scientifically, fire does not rain from the sky. Actually this is said when the temperature is very high, the air is hot, and the body feels like a severe burning sensation. The roads start getting hot during summer. The sun stings. Even the wind does not provide relief. In such a situation, people feel as if it is raining. This is colloquial language, not the language of meteorology.
What is heat wave?
Heat wave means heat wave condition. When the temperature of an area goes much above normal and this situation continues continuously, then it is called heat wave. Heat waves occur in many states during the summer season in India. Especially some parts of North, Central and Western India are more affected by this. Dry air, clear sky, low clouds and prolonged intense sunlight increase heat waves. Heat wave is not just the name of increasing temperature. It also affects people’s health, work, agriculture, electricity and water crisis.
During the summer season in India, heat waves occur in many states, especially parts of North, Central and Western India.
Why is the heat wave increasing?
There are many reasons behind heat wave. The first reason is natural weather cycles. In summer, the sun’s rays fall more directly. The second reason is local geography. Where there are fewer trees and the land is dry, the heat is felt more. The third and most serious reason is climate change. The average temperature of the Earth is increasing. Due to this the number of extremely hot days is increasing. Concrete, smoke, vehicles and less greenery in cities combine to create the heat island effect. That’s why cities often feel hotter than the surrounding rural areas.
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