Question

What of the statements about pure stands is incorrect?

• A. Pure stand refers to a stretch of vegetation where at least 80% of the canopy is of a single species
• B. Most coniferous forests are pure stands
• C. Only coniferous forests can be pure stands
• D. Identification of trees becomes easier in a pure stand

Answer 1

The correct option is A Pure stand refers to a stretch of vegetation where at least 80% of the canopy is of a single species

A pure stand is a strech of vegetation where at least 80% of the canopy is of a single species. This make is easier for lumberers to identify trees belonging to a particular species. Most coniferous forests are pure stands. However, they are not the only forests that are pure stands.