Frostless zone
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005841
A geographical area that experiences no, or very infrequent, occurrences of freezing temperatures throughout the year. These zones are typically found in tropical and subtropical coastal regions or at specific elevations where atmospheric conditions prevent frost formation. They support the cultivation of frost-sensitive plants and crops.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005841 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | thermal belt; thermal zone; green belt; verdant zone |
| See also | Thermal belt |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-MET-005841",
"term": "Frostless zone",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "A geographical area that experiences no, or very infrequent, occurrences of freezing temperatures throughout the year. These zones are typically found in tropical and subtropical coastal regions or at specific elevations where atmospheric conditions prevent frost formation. They support the cultivation of frost-sensitive plants and crops.",
"synonyms": [
"thermal belt",
"thermal zone",
"green belt",
"verdant zone"
],
"see_also": [
"thermal belt"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/frostless-zone/"
}
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