Question

Identify the false statement concerning the characteristics of Himalayan Moist Temperate Forests.

1. These forests are mainly composed of deciduous species.
2. Trees typically reach heights of 30 to 50 meters.
3. They provide valuable timber for various uses.
4. Pines and cedars are among the important species found here.

• A. None of these
• B. All
• C. iv only
• D. i only

Answer 1

Answer:

D. i only

Himalayan Moist Temperate Forests

Climatic Conditions

• Annual rainfall ranges from 150 cm to 250 cm.

Distribution

• Occurs in the temperate zone of the Himalayas.

• Cover the entire mountain range in Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Darjeeling and Sikkim.

Characteristics

• Composed of coniferous species mainly.

• Trees are 30 to 50 m high.

Timber

• It provides fine wood of much use for timber, construction and railway sleepers.