Question 27
VegetationThe equatorial forest is characterised by sparse undergrowth because
- A.it receives rain all year round
- B.It has high temperature all the year round
- C.the rainfall that reaches the ground is inadequate
- D.the soil can only support giant trees
- E.little or no light reaches the ground
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: E (little or no light reaches the ground)
Explanation
The dense canopy shuts out sunlight, so few plants grow below.