Question

In grasslands, forest fires are a common occurrence. Which of the following statements regarding grasslands is true?

a) Grasslands have high humidity, preventing the spread of fires.
b) Grasses in grasslands are adapted to fire and can resprout after a fire.
c) Grasslands rarely experience fires due to high moisture content.
d) Grasslands are resistant to fires due to dense tree cover.

Answer 1

Grasses in grasslands are adapted to fire and can resprout after a fire.

Step-by-step explanation:

In grasslands, forest fires are a common occurrence due to several factors. One statement that is true about grasslands is:

b) Grasses in grasslands are adapted to fire and can resprout after a fire.

Fires are a natural disturbance in grasslands, often caused by lightning strikes. Grasses in grasslands have evolved to be resilient to fire and can regrow from their root systems after a fire. This adaptation helps maintain the dominance of grasses in grassland ecosystems.