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  Why are evergreen forests found in western slopes of the Western Ghats? Give characteristics of evergreen forests.

Answer:

Evergreen forests are found on the western slopes of Western Ghats because:

(a) Of warm and wet climatic conditions throughout the year.

(b) Rainfall is above 200 cm with very short dry season. Temperature is uniformally high at 30°C and 80% humidity.

Characteristics of evergreen forests are:

(a) Trees are tall, thick and have vigorous growth. Some of them are over 60 metres,

(b) These hardwood forests have a large number of species growing together with a thick undergrowth. This region has luxuriant vegetations of different kinds: trees, shrubs and creepers. .

(c) Examples; Mahogany, Ebony, Bamboo, Rosewood, etc.