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    Ch 10 India--Natural Vegetation and Wildlife

    Short Notes
    1.Tropical rainforests: These forests are found in areas of heavy rainfall. They are called
    evergreen forests because their trees do not shed leaves in a particular period during the year.
    Thus, they remain green throughout the year.

    2. Tropical deciduous forests: These forests are also known as monsoon forests because the
    trees of these forests shed their leaves for a period of few weeks, though the time in which
    these trees shed their leaves is not the same.

    3. Desert vegetation: Desert areas are characterised by low rainfall and extreme temperatures.
    Hence, to reduce the loss of water through evaporation, vegetation here is modified
    accordingly.

    4. Mangrove forests: Mangrove forests are found along salt marshes, coastlines and
    backwaters. The trees in these forests can survive in both saltwater and freshwater.

    5. Wildlife in India: India has a wide variety of flora and fauna. But due to the ever-increasing
    population, these numbers are going down, so there is a need to conserve these species. For
    this purpose, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries have been established in large parts of the
    country.

    Short answers
    Q1. Name the major types of forest found in India.

    Ans 1. The major types of forests found in India are as follows:

    I) Tropical rainforests

    II) Tropical deciduous forests

    III) Desert forests

    IV) Mountain forests

    V) Mangrove forests

    Q2. Why are the tropical rainforests called evergreen forest?


    Ans 2. Tropical rainforests are found in areas of heavy rainfall. They are called evergreen forests because
    their trees shed their leaves gradually during the year. Thus, they remain green throughout the year.
    Ebony, mahogany and rosewood are the tree varieties found in these forests.

    Q3. What are the products obtained from the forest?

    Ans 3. Products that are obtained from forests are as follows

    Wood

    Rubber

    Lac

    Resin

    Gum

    Cellulose

    Tendu leaves

    Medicinal herbs

    Q4. What is the significance of national parks in India?

    Ans 4. National parks are important not only for the conservation of the wildlife but also for the
    preservation of natural vegetation. They help in keeping the beauty of the forests intact while
    maintaining the ecological balance.

    Long answers
    Q 1. Why does India have a large variety of forests?

    Ans 1. The distribution of forests depends on the location of a place. India is ideally located in the
    tropical zone; this factor is responsible for optimum rainfall and temperature for the growth of forests.
    This is the reason for a large variety of forests found here.

    Q 2.How are forests in the Himalayas classified?

    Ans 2. Forests in the Himalayan region are distributed according to their varying altitudes. The
    classification can be understood as under:
    I) The Lower Himalayas, i.e the Shiwaliks, are covered with tropical deciduous forests, with teak and sal
    as the prime varieties of trees.

    II) With height, the variety of forests changes to coniferous forests. Pine, spruce and fig are important
    trees found in these forests.

    III) At heights of more than 3500 metres, alpine vegetation is found.

    IV) Beyond this height, peaks are covered with snow almost throughout the year.

    Q3. What is the importance of forests?

    Ans. The importance of forests can be understood with the help of the following points:

    I) They play an important role in developing the economy of a country.

    II) They help in maintaining the ecological balance of nature.

    III) They are home to a large variety of flora and fauna.

    IV) They prevent the soil from getting eroded, thus enhancing its fertility.

    Q4. Distinguish between a national park and wildlife sanctuary.

    National Park Wildlife Sanctuary

    A national park is meant for the preservation of both A wildlife sanctuary is meant for the preservation of
    flora and fauna. particular endangered species of wildlife.

    Example: Jim Corbett National Park Example: Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary

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