Question

Which feature of junipers makes them good at preventing soil erosion?

A. Their cones
B. Their large, broad leaves
C. Their tendency to burn explosively
D. Their tendency to grow densely on steep slopes

Answer 1

Answer: Option D

Step-by-step explanation: Junipers are the small covers and shrubs that is used to prevent soil from erosion. They have the ability to grow densely on the steep slopes

They grow very densely and binds the soil in their roots to avoid soil erosion.This makes them suitable to be planted in the areas where there are chances of soil erosion.

Answer 2

The correct answer is (D)

Junipers belongs to genus Juniperus and are coniferous plants. These plants are widely distributed in northern hemisphere, from Arctic, south to tropical Africa and from Ziarat to Tibet, and in mountains of central America.

Juniper is a shrubs and grow densely over an area, shrubs are a great way to deter foot traffic through an area( another contributor to soil erosion). It helps to prevent soil erosion and are easy to grow plants.