Question Q.14GS1GS1
Mangroves play a significant role in coastal ecology and economy. Examine. Also elaborate the reasons behind the accelerated destruction of the mangrove habitat.
Introduction
Mangroves are called the 'Kidneys of the ecosystem', serving a crucial role in nurturing of both its ecology & economy.
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Main Body
Mangroves due to their unique adaptation, plays following role in ecology:
1High Biological Productivity (NBP) → Mangroves are highest NPP after tropical rainforests & coral reefs, supporting high level of biodiversity
2Support wide range of Flora (Fauna) → From big animals such as Tigers, wild cats, mangroves also support various species of endangered
55 words2 paragraphs
Diagram
Diagram of mangrove structure showing breathing root, silt wood, buttress root, and viviparity root with SCI pathway of respiration
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Topper
SHIVANSH SUBHASH JAGADE
AIR 262024
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Important Geophysical Phenomena and Ecological Systems
Mangrove Ecosystems and Coastal Ecology
Role and destruction of mangroves
Writing Stats
75
Total words
2
Paragraphs
technical and explanatory
Tone