Question

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the climatic conditions of Sub-tropical Dry Evergreen Forests?

1. Annual rainfall is between 50 cm and 100 cm.
2. The summers are hot and the winters are very cold.
3. The average annual temperature is consistently below 15°C.
4. There is high humidity throughout the year.

• A. 1, 2
• B. 1 only
• C. 2 only
• D. All

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1, 2

Sub-tropical Dry Evergreen Forests

Distribution

• Found in the Shiwaliks and the western Himalayas up to about 1000 metres above sea level.

Climatic Conditions

• Annual rainfall is 50-100 cm.

• The summers are hot and winters are very cold.

Characteristics

• Low scrub forest with small evergreen trees and shrubs.

• Olive, Acacia and pistacia are the most pre-dominant species.