Tropical Thorn Forestland and Shrubs


 
 
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Tropical Thorn Forestsand and Shrubs

Tropical Thorn Forests and Scrubs: These cover about 5% of the total forested areas of India. These are found in areas where the annual rainfall is less than 70 cm.

Region of Occurrence: These are found in North-Western part of the country including semi-arid areas of Gujarat, Rajasthan, some areas of Uttar Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh, as well as parts of the Deccan Plateau.

Characteristics of Tropical Thorn Forests and Scrubs

  • The trees found in tropical thorn forest and scurbs are scattered.
  •  Other such plants which have long roots, succulent stems and small thick leaves are also found here.
  • All these characteristics have developed to minimise evaporation and conserve moisture. Only scrubs are found in desert areas with the least rainfall.

    Flora and Fauna: Trees like acacia palm euphorbia and cactus found in these areas. Fox, wolf, rats and mice, wild ass, horses, tiger, lion, camels and similar animals are found in these areas.

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    Question : 1

    What are the uses of thorn forests ?

    Right Option : D
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    Question : 2

    What are the main characteristic of the thorn forest and scrubs?

    Right Option : A
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    Question : 3

    Which statement are not true about tropical thorn forests and shrubs ?

    Right Option : D
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