Virtually treeless, sparse vegetation is found in

(A) Taiga
(B) Alpine
(C) Tundra
(D) Chapparal

Correct Answer : Tundra
Question Asked : SSC CGL Tier-I (Re-Exam 2013) 2014
Explanation : Polar climates feature long and dark winter periods with extremely cold temperatures. Rainfall is low. and the deeper soil layers stay frozen all year round. These harsh conditions combined result in treeless sparse vegetation, which includes shrubs, lichens and mosses, during summer months. This typica vegetation linked to polar climates is called tundra.
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