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What is natural vegetation?
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Natural vegetation refers to all types of plants, trees, and grasses that grow in a region naturally, without being planted by humans. For example, forests in the Western Ghats or thorny bushes in Raj…
Why does India have different types of natural vegetation?
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India has different types of natural vegetation because of variations in climate, especially rainfall and temperature. For example, heavy rainfall supports evergreen forests, while low rainfall leads …
Name the five main types of natural vegetation in India.
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The five main types of natural vegetation in India are: 1) Tropical Evergreen Forests, 2) Deciduous or Monsoon Forests, 3) Thorn and Scrub Forests, 4) Montane Forests, and 5) Tidal or Mangrove Forests…
Where are Tropical Evergreen Forests found in India?
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Tropical Evergreen Forests are found in areas with heavy rainfall like the Western Ghats, northeastern states (Assam, Meghalaya), West Bengal, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Why are Tropical Evergreen Forests called 'evergreen'?
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They are called 'evergreen' because the trees remain green throughout the year. They do not shed all their leaves at once, so the forest always looks green.
Name three trees found in Tropical Evergreen Forests.
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Three important trees found in Tropical Evergreen Forests are mahogany, ebony, and rosewood. Other trees include rubber, cocoa, and cinchona.
What are Deciduous Forests also known as?
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Deciduous Forests are also known as Monsoon Forests because they are found in regions that receive seasonal rainfall during the monsoon.
Why do deciduous trees shed their leaves?
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Deciduous trees shed their leaves during the dry season to reduce water loss. This helps them survive when there is less rainfall.
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