Most tropical cyclones develop between 5 degrees and 20 degrees latitude.

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This is true. Tropical cyclones typically form over warm ocean waters between 5 degrees and 20 degrees latitude, both in the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere. This area is known as the Intertropical Convergence Zone. Outside of this zone, the Coriolis effect, which is necessary for the rotation of tropical cyclones, is not strong enough to cause the necessary spin.

Most Tropical Cyclones Develop Between 5 Degrees and 20 Degrees