Q. Match the following forest types with their commonly associated tree species:
Forest TypeCommon Trees
1. Tropical Moist DeciduousA. Sal, Teak, Mango, Bamboo, Rosewood
2. Littoral and Swamp ForestB. Mangrove species with aerial roots, Sundari tree
3. Tropical Dry DeciduousC. Sal, Acacia varieties, Bamboo
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
- Moist deciduous forests are dominated by sal, teak, mango, bamboo, and rosewood.
- Littoral and swamp forests are characterized by mangrove species like Sundari and trees with aerial (pneumatophore) roots.
- Dry deciduous forests commonly have sal, acacia species, and bamboo.
Source: Environment( N.C.E.R.T)
