The equator is more than just a line that divides the earth into 2 parts.
This special line at 0 degree latitude brings some truly unique natural phenomenon.
They are ----
1. Hurricanes can't cross the equator
Hurricanes can't cross the equator!!! This is due to Coriolis effect. This is caused by earth's rotation.
This effect is too weak at equator to help hurricanes to spin. So storms are stuck in either northern or southern hemisphere.
2. Quick sunrise and sunsets
When the Sun sets or rises in the equator, its a quick process that takes only a few minutes !!!!
Because here Sun rises and sets straight up and down.
3. Equal day and night all year around
No lomger winter nights or endless summer days here. This is because it directly lies in line with sunrays.
4. Daily 4 pm rain showers
This happens because water evaporate and rise during day. As the air cools, clouds form and rains.
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