Question

Sort the following statements based on their respective ecosystems.

a. These are areas which receive average rainfall less than 23 mm per year.
b. They serve as feeding and breeding ground for commercially important organisms.
c. Only few animals are found here due to harsh conditions.
d. They influence the climatic conditions, nutrient dynamics and water movement.

• A. Mangrove ecosystem: a
  Desert ecosystem: b, d
  Forest ecosystem: c
• B. Mangrove ecosystem: b
  Desert ecosystem: c
  Forest ecosystem: d, a
• C. Mangrove ecosystem: b
  Desert ecosystem: a, c
  Forest ecosystem: b, d
• D. Mangrove ecosystem: a
  Desert ecosystem: c, d
  Forest ecosystem: b

Answer 1

The correct option is C Mangrove ecosystem: b

Desert ecosystem: a, c
Forest ecosystem: b, d
Terrestrial ecosystems are divided into forests, grasslands, mangroves, etc.

• Mangrove ecosystems are found near terrestrial fresh waters and tidal salt waters. They are well nourished ecosystems. They serve as feeding and breeding grounds for organisms and also protect endangered organisms.
• Desert ecosystems are places where the average rainfall is less than 23 mm per year. These areas are very dry. Reptiles and insects are more commonly found here.
• In a forest ecosystem, trees are the main flora. They influence climatic conditions, nutrient dynamics and water movement. Forest also serve as feeding and breeding grounds for various organisms. Forests provide many social and monetary benefits.