26. There are several climate zones on Earth. One type of zone is identified by shading on the map below. Together, the darker shaded areas on the map form Earth's temperate zone. EARTH'S TEMPERATE CLIMATE ZONE Based on the position of the temperate zone, how would you describe its climate? a. It is the driest zone because it is close to the equator. b. Climate in this zone is mild, without extreme heat or cold. C. It is the wettest zone because of its nearness to Earth's poles. d. Temperatures in the zone are extremely cold because of the high elevation.