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Tropical evergreen rain forest biome provides optimum environmental conditions for the growth of plants and animals. Which one among the following statements regarding this is not correct?<\/p>\n

[amp_mcq option1=”It has heavy rainfall and high temperature throughout the year.” option2=”This biome is also called mega-thermal biome.” option3=”The evergreen rain forest biome extends between 10\u00b0 N and 10\u00b0 S latitudes.” option4=”The maximum development of this biome has taken place in central and southern California, and north-western coastal lands of Africa.” correct=”option4″]<\/p>\n

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\nStatement D is incorrect. The tropical evergreen rain forest biome is primarily located in equatorial regions between approximately 10\u00b0 N and 10\u00b0 S latitudes. Areas like the Amazon basin, Congo basin, and parts of Southeast Asia are prime examples. Central and southern California have a Mediterranean climate, characterized by dry summers and wet winters. North-western coastal lands of Africa (like Morocco) have a Mediterranean or arid climate. These regions are not where tropical evergreen rainforests achieve their maximum development.
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\nTropical evergreen rainforests are characterized by high temperature and heavy rainfall throughout the year, are often referred to as mega-thermal biomes due to the high temperatures, and are concentrated in the equatorial zone (around 10\u00b0 N to 10\u00b0 S latitude).
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\nThe high rainfall (typically over 2000 mm per year) and consistent warm temperatures support a dense, multi-layered forest with high biodiversity. The consistent favorable conditions promote continuous plant growth and support a vast array of animal life.
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