Tropical Signs: Cancer and Capricorn; so-called because they occupy parts of the ecliptic where the Sun reaches its farthest point north (Tropic of Cancer) and south (Tropic of Capricorn). The Sun's ingress into these signs marks the summer and winter solstices respectively. See also solstice.

 

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Tropical Signs: Cancer and Capricorn; so-called because they occupy parts of the ecliptic where the Sun reaches its farthest point north (Tropic of Cancer) and south (Tropic of Capricorn). The Sun's ingress . . . View Full Definition

Subtropical: The region between the tropical and temperate regions, an area between 35° and 40° North and South latitude. This is generally an area of semi-permanent high pressure that exists and is wher . . . View Full Definition

Subtropical Air: An air mass that forms over the subtropical region. The air is typically warm with a high moisture content due to the low evaporative process.

Tropical: Being within the latitudinal zone bounded by the two tropics (23º 27' north and south latitude)

Tropical Air Mass: An air mass that forms in the tropics or subtropics over the low latitudes. Maritime tropical air is produced over oceans and is warm and humid, while continental tropical air is formed over . . . View Full Definition

Subtropical Jet: Marked by a concentration of isotherms and vertical shear, this jet is the boundary between the subtropical air and the tropical air. It is found approximately between 25° and 35° North lati . . . View Full Definition

Signs Of Performance: The actor's facial, gestural, corporeal and vocal signifiers that contribute to the development of character.

Quadrupedian Signs: Alternate term for bestial signs. See bestial signs.

Positive Signs: All air and fire signs; used to describe the outgoing, dynamic qualities characteristic of these signs. Also called masculine signs. See also Masculine signs.

Ruminant Signs: An obsolete term applied to signs symbolized by cud-chewing animals, namely, Aries (ram), Taurus (bull), and Capricorn (goat).