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The Sal tree is an important type of which natural vegetation?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mangrove vegetation
  2. Tropical evergreen vegetation
  3. Deciduous vegetation
  4. Alpine vegetation

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Deciduous vegetation

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Deciduous vegetation šŸ“š Explanation: The Sal tree (Shorea robusta) is a highly dominant and economically valuable species found in the tropical moist deciduous forests of India. These forests shed their leaves completely during the dry summer months to conserve vital moisture. Sal wood is exceptionally hard and durable, making it heavily utilized for timber and railway sleepers.