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What are Mediterranean Forests known as to the world?
What are Mediterranean Forests known as to the world?
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The correct option is D Orchards of the world
Mediterranean
forests are found in areas around Mediterranean Sea, Central Chile, South-West
USA, Australia, Africa. They have thick barks and wax coated leaves which help
them reduce transpiration. Due to these characteristics, Mediterranean trees
adapt themselves to dry summers. Mediterranean Forests are known as 'Orchards
of the world' for their fruit cultivation. People have removed the natural
vegetation here in order to cultivate what they want to. So, Citrus fruits such
as oranges, figs, olives and grapes are commonly cultivated here.
Mediterranean forests are found in areas around Mediterranean Sea, Central Chile, South-West USA, Australia, Africa. They have thick barks and wax coated leaves which help them reduce transpiration. Due to these characteristics, Mediterranean trees adapt themselves to dry summers. Mediterranean Forests are known as 'Orchards of the world' for their fruit cultivation. People have removed the natural vegetation here in order to cultivate what they want to. So, Citrus fruits such as oranges, figs, olives and grapes are commonly cultivated here.
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