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Which of the following are examples of Inland wetlands?

  1. Mangrove swamps
  2. Bogs
  3. Mangrove Forests
  4. Swamps

    A4 only

    B2 only

    C2, 4

    DAll

    Answer:

    C. 2, 4

    Read Explanation:

    • Inland wetlands which occur in land contain freshwater.

    • Eg: Bogs, Swamps

    • Coastal wetlands which occur near the coast and contain saline or brakish water.

    • Eg: Mangrove swamps, Mangrove Forests


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