A geographic area with an altitude of 400 metres has following characteristics. Month J F M A M J J A S O N D Average maximum temp °C 31 31 31 31 30 30 29 28 29 29 30 31 Average minimum temp °C 21 21 21 21 21 21 20 20 20 20 20 20 Rainfall (mm) 51 85 188 158 139 121 134 168 185 221 198 86 If this geographic area were to have a natural forest, which one of the following would it most likely be?
✓ Correct answer: d) Tropical rainforest
ExplanationTropical rainforests, also known as Evergreen for- ests, thrive in regions receiving substantial rainfall, typically exceeding 150–200 cm annually.These forests maintain tem- peratures within the range of 15–30°C throughout the year, conditions that match the given data.They are found in India’s Western Ghats and Northeast, boasting diverse flora (rosewood, mahogany, rubber) and fauna (elephants, monkeys, sloths).This combination of factors creates a complex and thriving ecosystem.46
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