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Natural Diversity Of Karnataka

Karnataka Board · Class 9 · Social Science

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Climate of Karnataka

  • Karnataka has tropical monsoon climate characterized by hot, moist summers and cool, dry winters
  • Climate diversity is caused by geographical location, nearness to oceans, physical features, vegetation, and monsoon winds
  • Four distinct seasons: Summer (March-May), Rainy (June-September), Retreating Monsoon (October-November), Winter (December-February)
2

Soils of Karnataka

  • Four main soil types: Red soil, Black soil, Laterite soil, Coastal Alluvial soil
  • Red soil: Formed from granite and gneiss weathering, rich in iron oxides, widely distributed in south Karnataka
  • Black soil: Formed from basalt weathering, also called Regur or cotton soil, excellent moisture retention
3

Natural Vegetation

  • Four types of natural vegetation: Evergreen forests, Deciduous forests, Mixed forests, Grasslands and Shrubs
  • Vegetation distribution based on rainfall, relief features, and soil type
  • Evergreen forests: >250cm rainfall, dense and impenetrable, tall trees like rosewood, mahogany, teak
4

Fauna of Karnataka

  • Rich animal diversity due to abundant forest wealth and varied habitats
  • 25% of India's elephant population and 18% of tiger population found in Karnataka
  • Major wild animals: Tigers, leopards, elephants, deer, boar, bison, bears, porcupines

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Karnataka experiences a tropical monsoon climateKarnataka receives uneven rainfall distributionKarnataka has four main soil typesKarnataka's vegetation is classified into fourKarnataka supports rich fauna diversity

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