Which of the following are characteristics of mangrove forests?
A
Dense vegetation
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B
Aerial roots
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C
Thorns
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D
Saltwater habitat
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Solution
The correct option is D Saltwater habitat Mangrove forests have aerial roots and are found to grow in saltwater. They are found in deltas and estuaries and beaches in coastal areas. Karnataka has over 300 hectares of mangrove forests.