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Salt Marshes and Mangroves

Question 2 • * FL-2001340-Environmental Science Sem 2

Which of the following is true concerning mangrove forests?

Answer
A
Mangrove forests are found at temperate latitudes.
B
Mangrove forests are not found at tropical latitudes.
C
Mangrove forests are named for the mangrove tree.
D
Mangrove trees are named for the mangrove forest.

Explanation

Mangrove forests are coastal ecosystems dominated by mangrove trees, which grow mainly in tropical and subtropical regions. The forest is named for the mangrove tree, not the other way around. Thus, the true statement is that mangrove forests are named for the mangrove tree.

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