Abstract
Abstract Tropical zones represent one particular case study of the Critical Zone. Tropical zones sustain an ecosystem characterized by a wide biodiversity and are of great importance for the regulation of regional and global climate systems; thanks to their influence on the thermal and hydrological convection cycles. This work will examine how tropical processes affect the Critical Zone. In the tropics, the depth and degree of weathering are closely related to the high temperatures, precipitation, and biomass. The Critical Zone is modified by natural phenomenon such as storms, floods, and droughts among others, which are ultimately related to the climatic zone. Climate change exacerbates certain weather conditions and increases the risk of modification of the CZ. Thus, in tropical climates the CZ is modified through intensified chemical, biological, and anthropogenic activity as well as extreme climate conditions (heat and moisture). This leads to increased water flow, rock weathering, leaching, microbial and fungal activity, soil production, vegetation growth, and biological activity.
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