What kinds of trees are found near the sea, and how are they different from those in the deserts and plains?
Trees found near the sea include coconut trees, palm trees, and casuarina trees. These trees are different from desert plants (like cactus, khejri, babool) because coastal trees need more water and grow in sandy, saline soil near water bodies. They are also different from plains trees (like crops and fruit trees) because they can tolerate salt water and coastal winds. Desert plants store water and survive with little rainfall, while coastal plants grow in areas with high humidity and sea breeze.
Explanation
The chapter compares different landforms. Coastal regions have trees adapted to the seaside environment. Desert plants like cactus store water in their stems and survive on very little water. Plains have fertile soil supporting various crops. Mountains have trees like oak, pine, walnut, and chestnut that grow in cold climates.