Consider the following statements : 1. Different plant species grow together. 2. Light cannot penetrate into the lower strata full of undergrowth. Which of the following types of vegetation is characterized by the above?

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Q: 73 (NDA-I/2009)
Consider the following statements :
1. Different plant species grow together.
2. Light cannot penetrate into the lower strata full of undergrowth.
Which of the following types of vegetation is characterized by the above?

question_subject: 

Geography

question_exam: 

NDA-I

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0,33,11,33,8,1,2

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The given statements indicate that different plant species grow together and that the lower strata is filled with undergrowth that prevents light penetration.

Option 1: Equatorial moist evergreen vegetation refers to forests found in the equatorial regions that have high rainfall and consistent temperatures. These forests are characterized by dense vegetation and a large variety of plant species. The given statements align with this type of vegetation, where different plant species can grow together and the dense undergrowth restricts the penetration of light.

Option 2: Tropical deciduous vegetation refers to forests found in tropical regions with pronounced dry and wet seasons. While different plant species can grow together in these forests, the statement about light penetration is not applicable, as the dry season leads to the shedding of leaves, allowing light to reach the lower strata.

Option 3: Mediterranean vegetation refers to vegetation found in the Mediterranean climate regions. This type of vegetation is characterized by drought-tolerant plants, but it may not necessarily have dense undergrowth that limits light penetration.

Option 4: Warm temperate broad-leaved deciduous vegetation refers to forests found in warm temperate regions that experience distinct seasons. While different plant species can grow together in these forests, the statement about light penetration is not applicable. In the deciduous forests,

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