Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Tropical rain forest”:
1.It covers about 7% of the earth’s surface & 40% of the world’s plant and animal species.
2.Most animals and epiphytic plants are concentrated in the canopy or tree top zones.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Tropical rainforest covers about 7% of the earth’s surface & 40% of the world’s plant and animal species.
- Multiple storeys of broad-leafed evergreen tree species are in abundance.
- Most animals and epiphytic plants are concentrated in the canopy or tree top zones.
Source: Shankar IAS
