What are the geographical factors responsible for the growth of mangrove vegetation in India? Also highlight its role in coastal ecology.

Mangroves are the coastal ecosystem, often growing on sea coast and having salt tolerance, worlds largest mangroves located in Sundarbans-Wertzgali. Geographical factors responsible for the growth of mangrove vegetation are as follows: (1) The salinity required for mangroves is available at sea coast of India specially west coast. (2) High humidity required temperature are suitable for mangroves. (3) Sediments brought by rivers creates base.

Suitable habitable area for mangroves to thrive, while providing essential Nutrients and nutrient AVH. (4) Low impact of tides is essential for growth of mangroves. Role of mangroves in coastal ecology is as follows: (1) Mangroves are rich in biodiversity providing habitat for wildlife. E.g: Salt water crocodile, bengal tigers etc. (2) They play significant role during disasters like flood OR tsunami, protecting its impact and acting as buffer. (3) Dense vegetation create carbon sequestration they contribute to ecology.