Which forest type is best adapted to conserve water in arid conditions? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which forest type is best adapted to conserve water in arid conditions?

A. Mangrove Forest

B. Montane Forest

C. Thorn Forest

D. Evergreen Forest

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Thorn forests have small leaves and deep roots that help conserve water.

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Shola forests are mainly found in:

A. Western Ghats

B. Aravalli Hills

C. Vindhya Range

D. Eastern Ghats

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Shola forests are tropical montane forests found in the higher elevations of the Western Ghats.

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Question #2

Which of the following is not a commercially important tree of Tropical Evergreen forests?

A. Mahogany

B. Sal

C. Rosewood

D. Cinchona

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sal is a species of Tropical Deciduous forests, not Evergreen forests. Rosewood, mahogany, and cinchona are found in Evergreen forests.[reference:33]

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Question #3

Which of the following is a major species found in the Tropical Thorn forests?

A. Acacia

B. Oak

C. Mahogany

D. Cinchona

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Acacia is a common species in Tropical Thorn forests and scrubs, found in arid and semi-arid regions.[reference:45]

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