Forests means:

Correct answer: C. Both (a) & (b)

  • A. To society of American forests (SAF) is an eco-system characterized by a more or less dense and extensive tree cover
  • B. A plant community with predominance of trees and other woody vegetation, growing more or less closely together
  • C. Both (a) & (b)
  • D. None of these

Explanation

A forest can be defined ecologically as an ecosystem with substantial tree cover, or botanically as a plant community dominated by trees and other woody vegetation. Since both descriptions are valid, option c combines them.

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