In tropical regions, the trade winds converge along the ____, producing rising air, towering clouds, and heavy precipitation all year long.

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The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ) is where the northeast and southeast trade winds converge, typically near the equator. This convergence results in rising air, the formation of towering clouds, and significant precipitation throughout the year, characteristic of tropical regions.

In Tropical Regions, the Trade Winds Converge Along the ____