Question

Forests are not responsible for

• A. providing medicinal plants
• B. maintaining the flow of water into the streams
• C. creating flood conditions
• D. absorbing rainwater and maintaining the water table

Answer 1

The correct option is C

creating flood conditions

c) Creating flood conditions.

Explanation

Forest is a dense land or a complex ecosystem consisting of rich biodiversity and supports a variety of life forms. The trees maintain the environment of the surroundings which in turn affects the plants and animals living in the forest. Forests provide us with – Firewood, Timber, Wood pulp, Honey, lac, medicinal plants and herbs, raisin, biofertilizers, etc. Forests also supply us with the different types of raw materials for industrial uses, fodder for the animal’s feed, fuel, and fibres.

• Promoting rainfall.
• Reduces noise pollution.
• Maintains the ecological balance.
• Acts as a wind barrier from heavy winds.
• Provide moisture and lower the temperature.
• Prevents flash floods by slowing down the movement of water.
• Preventing soil erosion and preserve the fertility of the soil.
• Maintains the balance of carbon dioxide and oxygen in the environment.
• Preserves the biodiversity by providing shelter for many creatures that depend on the forest for their survival.