Geography: Natural Vegetation and Wildlife · Class 9 · CBSE Social Science
Which combination of conditions is most suitable for tropical thorn forests and scrubs in India?
Practice question from Geography: Natural Vegetation and Wildlife (Class 9 · CBSE Social Science), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-15FEA4
Which combination of conditions is most suitable for tropical thorn forests and scrubs in India?
- A.Very heavy rainfall, high humidity and no dry season
- B.Rainfall below about 70 cm, low humidity and a long dry seasonCorrect answer
- C.Continuous snowfall and permanently frozen soil
- D.Saline tidal water and muddy coastal soil
Solution
Tropical thorn forests and scrubs develop in areas receiving less than about 70 cm of rainfall. Their plants commonly have thorns and small leaves to reduce water loss during long dry periods.
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