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Distinguish between:
Flora and Vegetation
Distinguish Between
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Solution
| Aspect | Flora | Vegetation |
| Meaning | Flora refers to the different types of plant species found in a particular region. | Vegetation refers to the plant cover as a whole, including the arrangement, type, and density of plants over a region. |
| Focus | Individual types of plants (like neem, mango, etc.) | Group of plants growing together (like forests and grasslands) |
| Nature | It is a scientific listing of plant species in a region. | Describes the appearance, structure, and type of plant life in a region. |
| Example: | Teak, bamboo, sal, and rose (individual plant species). | Tropical evergreen forest, desert vegetation (types of plant communities). |
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Chapter 6: Natural Vegetation - EXERCISES [Page 114]
