Question

Riparian foliage _______.
a.
provides shade and shelter
b.
increases photosynthesis of aquatic plants
c.
limits the organic matter present in rivers and streams
d.
all of the above


Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D

Answer 1

A

Riparian vegetation provides shade and shelter. It typically reduces light reaching the stream (so does not increase aquatic plant photosynthesis) and adds organic matter (does not limit it).