The luxuriant growth of natural vegetation in tropical rainforest due to

1. Fertile soil

2. Hot and wet climate throughout the year.

3. Intense sunlight for photosynthesis.

4. Seasonal change to facilitate nutrient absorption.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

The correct option is 2 i.e. statements 2 and 3 are correct.

• Tropical climate and Vegetation:
  • The hot and wet climate is experienced throughout the year between 5^o and 10^o north and south of the equator. Hence, statement 2 is correct.
  • The influence of on-shore trade winds gives rise to a modified type of equatorial climate.
  • The soil is NOT fertile over the tropical rainforest region. Hence, statement 1 is NOT correct.
  • Tropics receives high temperature due to intense sunlight thus it helps in photosynthesis. Hence, statement 3 is correct
  • There is no seasonal change because the sun is overhead for the whole year. Hence, statement 4 is NOT correct.
  • Trees found here are hardwood, mahogany, ebony, greenheart, and dyewoods.