Attempt this previous-year question. The correct option stays hidden until you choose.
Which of the following is/are unique characteristic/characteristics of equatorial forests?
1. Presence of tall, closely set trees with crowns forming a continuous canopy
2. Coexistence of a large number of species
3. Presence of numerous varieties of epiphytes
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• Correct Answer: D
• Equatorial rainforests feature tall, closely set trees forming a continuous multi-layered canopy; coexistence of hundreds of species per hectare (highest terrestrial biodiversity); and abundant epiphytes (orchids, bromeliads, ferns) growing on trees for light access.
• All three are defining characteristics.
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