Blizzards are characteristic features of— (1) equatorial region (2) tropical region (3) Antarctic region (4) temperate region

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(3) Antarctic region Explanation: Blizzards are characterized by low temperatures (usually below 20 degrees Fahrenheit) and accompanied by winds that are at least 35 mph or greater. Blizzards also have sufficient falling and/or blowing snow that reduces visibility to 1/4 mile or less at least three hours and is main feature of Antarctic region.

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