Match List-I with List-II and select the answer using the codes given below the Lists : List-I (Forest type) List-II (Specie)
A. Tropical Moist Forest 1. Kail B. Littoral and Swamp Forest 2. Khair C. Tropical Thorn Forest 3. Sonneratia D. Alpine Forest 4. Rosewood
Codes :
This question requires matching forest types from List-I with their characteristic species provided in List-II.
A. Tropical Moist Forest is typically associated with species like 4. Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia), which requires substantial moisture and is found in moist deciduous forests.
B. Littoral and Swamp Forest environments are characterized by species adapted to waterlogged or coastal conditions. 3. Sonneratia, a common mangrove genus, fits this category.
C. Tropical Thorn Forest occurs in arid and semi-arid regions. 2. Khair (Acacia catechu) is a well-known species found in such dry deciduous and thorn forest areas.
D. Alpine Forest exists at high altitudes. 1. Kail (Pinus wallichiana or Blue Pine) is a coniferous tree native to the Himalayan alpine regions.
Based on the established matches:
This results in the code A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1.
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1. It is a tree species found in a part of South India.
2. It is one of the most important trees in the tropical rain forest areas of South India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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(1) Oak
(2) Rhododendron
(3) Sandalwood
Select the correct answer using the code given below
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