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A key characteristic of Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests is that trees:

ANever shed their leaves, remaining green all year.

BDrop their leaves when sufficient moisture is not available during spring and early summer.

CHave very thin, smooth bark and no buttressed roots.

DAre adapted to survive in brackish water.

Answer:

B. Drop their leaves when sufficient moisture is not available during spring and early summer.

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Tropical Moist Deciduous Forests

Climatic Conditions

  • Annual rainfall 100 to 200 cm and mean annual temperature of about 27°C.

  • Spring and summer are dry. Average relative humidity of 60 to 75 percent.

Characteristics

  • The trees drop their leaves when sufficient moisture is not available during the spring and early summer. Heavily buttressed and fairly complete undergrowth.


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