The elimination of branches by the physical and biotic agencies of the environment is called:
Correct answer: A. Both (a) & (b)
- A. Both (a) & (b)
- B. Self-pruning
- C. Natural
- D. None of these
Explanation
When branches die and are eliminated through environmental influences such as shading, wind, disease, or competition, the process is called natural pruning or self-pruning. Both terms describe the same phenomenon.
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