Question

Consider the following two statements:

a. Tropical Evergreen forests: Scattered distribution of one particular species of tree eg. Rosewood.

b. Tropical Deciduous Forests: They have fewer species but they are found in close proximity eg. Teak.

Now state whether:

1. Only (a) is true
2. Only (b) is true
3. Both (a) and (b) are true
4. Neither (a) nor (b) is true

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Both (a) and (b) are true

The correct answer is option C.

•  Tropical evergreen forests - 
  • These forests are dense, multi-layered, and harbor many types of plants and animals.
  • These forests are found in areas receiving heavy rainfall of approximately more than 200 cm.
  • They are very dense, therefore the sunlight does not reach the ground.
• Tropical Deciduous Forests:-
  • These forests are called Monsoon Forests.
  • Rainfall in Deciduous Forests is in the range of 70-200 cms. 
  • A long dry season followed by a heavy rainfall season is a feature of the regions where deciduous forests are found.
  • Types of Deciduous Forests -
    • Moist Deciduous Forests
    • Dry Deciduous Forests