Question

(a) Mention the typical characteristic feature of Tropical Deciduous forests. 

(b) Name two important varieties of trees growing in these forests.

Answer 1

(a) Typical characteristic feature of Tropical Deciduous forests are : 

1. These forests are found in areas receiving 100 – 200 cm of annual rainfall. 

2. These trees shed their leaves in the beginning of summer season due to shortage of water. 

3. Although the trees shed their leaves in summer, each species has its own time. As a result, the forests never look absolutely bare at any time. These forests are quite dense with an undergrowth of creepers.

(b) Sal and Teak.