2013 · EnvironmentPrevious Year Question
Q72.
In the grasslands, trees do not replace the grasses as a part of an ecological succession because of
A. insects and fungi
B. limited sunlight and paucity of nutrients
C. water limits and fire
D. None of the above
Answer

C

Explanation

Grasses intercept most of the rainwater before it reaches the roots of shrubs. Because the grasses limit the supply of water to the shrub seedlings, they maintain the integrity of the grass ecosystem. Fire also prevents tree establishment in grasslands. Water limits and fire are the key factors.