Geography ch -6 NATURAL VEGETATION AND WILDLIFE

 CH -6 

NATURAL VEGETATION AND WILDLIFE

Question
3. Fill in the blanks.

(a) The Savannas in Africa are an example of...........

Short Answer
grassland
(b) Thorny bashes are found in the....... areas of the world.
Short Answer
Deserts
Question
fill in the blanks
(c) The clearing away of forest areas is known as  .......
Short Answer
( C) deforestation
(d) Mosses, lichen and small shrubs belong to the. ........... type of vegetation
Short Answer
Tundra
(e) The Pine tree is a ..........  tree.
Short Answer
coniferous

4. Differentiate between the following.

(a) Tropical rainforests and Deciduous forests.
Short Answer
Tropical rainforests are located in the tropics and have high temperatures, abundant rainfall, and a diverse range of plant and animal species. Deciduous forests are found in temperate regions and have distinct seasons, with trees that shed their leaves in the fall.
(b) Tropical grasslands and Temperate grasslands
Short Answer
Tropical grasslands are located near the equator and have a warm climate year-round, while temperate grasslands are located farther from the equator and experience distinct seasons.
11. SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS.
Question
(a) Write a short note on forests.
Short Answer
Forests are areas with dense vegetation consisting of trees, shrubs, plants, and various organisms.
(b) What are buttress roots
Short Answer
Buttress roots are large, above-ground roots that emerge from the base of a tree trunk or stem and provide support to the tree.
(c) Explain the typical forest floor of rainforests and compare it with that of deciduous forests.
Short Answer
The typical forest floor of rainforests is characterized by a thick layer of decomposing organic matter, such as fallen leaves, branches, and plant debris. It is very diverse and supports a wide variety of life forms. In contrast, the forest floor of deciduous forests has less organic matter and is usually covered in different types of leaves during different seasons.
(d) Why are deciduous forests also known as monsoon forests?
Short Answer
Deciduous forests are also known as monsoon forests because they experience a distinct rainy season, or monsoon season, which influences their growth patterns.
(e) Why are rainforests also called evergreen forests?
Short Answer
Rainforests are also called evergreen forests because they maintain green foliage and remain lush throughout the year.
(f) Where can one find pine trees?
Short Answer
Pine trees can be found in various regions across the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
12. Long answer questions.
Question
(a.) what do you understand by natural vegetation? Why does it differ from area to area? Give suitable examples to support your answer.
Short Answer
(a.)  Natural vegetation refers to the plant life that grows in a particular region without human intervention.
(b) Why is deforestation a global concern?
Short Answer
Deforestation is a global concern because it leads to multiple negative impacts on the environment, economy, and social aspects of society.