​Which of the following is a characteristic feature of the tropical deciduous forests?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is option (A) Trees shed leaves seasonally

• Tropical deciduous forests, also known as monsoon forests, are characterized by trees that shed their leaves seasonally.
• This typically occurs during the dry season to conserve water.
• These forests are found in regions with a marked dry period, and the trees adapt by dropping their leaves to reduce water loss.
  

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• Trees with large leaves: This is characteristic of tropical rainforests. In tropical rainforests, where rainfall is abundant throughout the year, trees have large, broad leaves to absorb maximum sunlight. In contrast, tropical deciduous forests have smaller leaves or lose their leaves to cope with seasonal droughts.
  
• Dense canopy all year round: A dense canopy all year round is typical of tropical rainforests. In tropical deciduous forests, the canopy becomes less dense during the dry season when trees shed their leaves.
  
• Sparse vegetation: Sparse vegetation is more commonly associated with desert ecosystems or tropical grasslands.