Forest Types in Himalayas

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Correct Answer : Option a

Explanation
Tropical Deciduous Forest (1000-2000m)
● Warm climate with moderate rainfall (100-200 cm).
● Trees shed leaves in dry months to conserve water.
● Sal, Teak, Shisham, Bamboo are the trees found in this forest.
Montane Wet Temperate Forest (1500-2500m)
● Found in areas with cool temperatures and high rainfall.
● Trees are broad-leaved and evergreen, meaning they do not shed leaves seasonally.
● Oak, Chestnut, Magnolia are the trees found in this forest.

Temperate Coniferous Forest (2500-3500m)
● Cold temperatures with snowfall in winters.
● Trees have needle-like leaves and conical shapes to survive snow and wind.
● Pine, Fir, Spruce, Deodar are the trees found in this forest.

Alpine Vegetation (Above 3500m)
● No trees grow here, only shrubs, dwarf plants, and grasses can survive in extreme cold.
● This is the last vegetation zone before the permanent snowline.