Chapter 11 Solutions — Life on Earth

Let's Explore

1. 1.
   Why does India have diverse biomes? How does the local geography connect to the diversity?
2. 2.
   Make a list of economically valuable native plants in your region and comment on their abundance.
3. 3.
   Prepare a map of your state or Union Territory showing national parks and sanctuaries.
4. 4.
   Study the impact of forest fires on people dependent on forests. Try to include the causes, losses, and preventive measures.
5. 5.
   Why are forests often called the 'lungs of the Earth'?
6. 6.
   If large forest areas continue to be destroyed, what do you think would be its long-term effect on the global climate?
7. 7.
   Discuss some traditional forest conservation methods with your grandparents or an elderly person.
8. 8.
   How do forest dwellers contribute to the protection and conservation of forests?
9. 9.
   What is a forest fire? Prepare a plan for prevention and mitigation of forest fires.