Forest-Our Lifeline Notes

Canopy:

• The uppermost layer of branches which serves as dense roof of trees over the ground in a forest is called canopy.

Crown:

• The layer where trees branch off from the tree trunk is called crown.

Understory/Understorey:

• The shaded layer of the forest where low light is available is called understory/understorey.

Topography:

• The physical feature of a place is called its topography.

Fill in the blanks:

1. The insects, butterflies, honeybees and birds help flowering plants in ______.

      Ans: pollination

2. Herbs form the ______ layer in the forest.

      Ans:  lowest

3. The decaying leaves and animal droppings in a forest enrich the ______.

      Ans: soil