Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Which of the following factors dictate the gradation of the montane vegetation along the slopes?

• A. Increase in altitude
• B. Precipitation
• C. Decrease in temperature
• D. Wind speeds

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

Decrease in temperature

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The characteristics of montane forests change as the altitude increases. With the increase in altitude, there is a decrease in temperature. This decrease in temperature dictates the gradation of the vegetation along the slopes.