Which African countries does the Tropic of Capricorn pass through? My answer is the African countries of Namibia, South Africa, Mozambique, Botswana and Madagascar. Is this correct? My Mom said Madagascar is not an African country. I told her she is wrong it it!!
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Madagascar is considered part of Africa. I found numerous websites and maps that include it in Africa, including these:
http://lifestyle.iloveindia.com/lounge/list-of-countries-in-africa-3904.html
http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/countries_of_the_world.htm
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/geos/ma.html
The Tropic of Capricorn is an imaginary line that runs across the southern hemisphere of the Earth. It is located at approximately 23.5 degrees south of the equator. To determine which African countries the Tropic of Capricorn passes through, you can use a map or an online resource with geographical information.
On the African continent, the Tropic of Capricorn passes through four countries: Namibia, Botswana, South Africa, and Mozambique. However, Madagascar is not one of the countries that the Tropic of Capricorn crosses.
Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world and is often grouped with the African continent due to its proximity. While it is geographically located off the eastern coast of Africa, it is not considered an African country. Politically and culturally, Madagascar is its own separate entity and is classified as part of the region known as the Indian Ocean islands.
So, in summary, your answer of Namibia, South Africa, Mozambique, and Botswana is correct, but Madagascar is not included as it is not considered an African country.