Question 33
VegetationWhich of the following is not a characteristic of the rain-forest?
- A.There is a great variety of tree
- B.Many of the trees have large buttresses.
- C.There are many climbing plants
- D.Absence of epiphytes.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (Absence of epiphytes.)
Explanation
Epiphytes (plants growing on other plants) are common in the rain forest, so their absence is not a feature.