Forests: Our Lifeline - Chapter Wise CBSE Solved Question and Answer Based On NCERT
Points To Remember:
Forest serves as green lungs and water purifying systems in nature
Forestsplay a vital role in the preservation of the water cycle
Plants release a huge amount of water into the atmosphere through transpiration
By the process of transpiration and photosynthesis, forests maintain the temperature
Forests provide shelter for the animals and act as a protective camouflage. Forests provide shelter and food to the tribes living in the jungle
Forest trees such as the bamboo are used in making furniture, baskets, ladders, etc. The teak tree is used to make furniture. The Neem tree is used for medicinal purposes. Forests also provide wood to make paper and other products such as gum, wax, rubber, and honey
Soil helps forest to regenerate and grow
Forest influence climate, water cycle and air quality
Forests play a very important role in the food chain. When forests are affected, they affect living beings such as animals and plants.
