Distinguish between Moist Deciduous and Dry Deciduous Forests.

Moist Deciduous Forests:-
(i) They are found in areas where rainfall is between 100 to 200 cm.
(ii) They Cover the eastern slopes of the Western Ghats, Shiwaliks, Chotanagpur plateau, etc
(iii) They Provide better and more valuable umber.
(iv) Examples: Teak and sal trees and bamboo, shisham and sandalwood
Dry Deciduous Forests
(i) They are found in areas of lower rainfall i.e. 70 to 100 cm.
(ii) They cover rainier parts of the Deccan plateau and the western Ganga plains.
(iii) They are less important for commercial exploitation.
(iv) Examples: Sal is the most important tree and others are peepal and neem.