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1. Areas in Jamaica which receive more than 2, 500 mm of rainfall annually have a dense vegetation or forest vegetation. The trees in these areas are called broadleaf evergreen and are so densely packed that one would find it difficult to walk through these types of forests. 2. The hilly areas of the island especially in the north and east receive more rainfall than the lowland areas or the plains to the south. The hilly areas have the most forest vegetation because they get more rainfall. For example, the Blue Mountains and the Cockpit country. 3. In the coastal areas, the rainfall is less than 1500 mm per year. The vegetation in these areas tends to be short, scrub-like and scattered. The plants are mainly shrubs and they shed their leaves in the dry season. In places such as Hellshire in St. Catherine the cactus is a common plant. These plants are also referred to as succulents as they store water within them to protect them during the dry seasons.
the rainy areas
Areas near the equator and in tropical regions tend to receive the most rainfall due to their warm climate and humid conditions. Rainforests and coastal areas also typically experience high levels of rainfall. Additionally, regions with mountain ranges that force air to rise and cool can also see heavy rainfall.
Most of North America has moderate rainfall.
In areas where there is no water, soil, or vegetation. Rocky deserts, high mountains, and other barren areas are the easiest locations to obtain rock samples.
In areas where there is no water, soil, or vegetation. Rocky deserts, high mountains, and other barren areas are the easiest locations to obtain rock samples.
The rain forests located near the Equator in South America, Africa, and Asia get the most rainfall.
The Praying Mantis can be found in most parts of the world that have a mild winter and plenty of vegetation. They spend most of their time in highly vegetated areas such as gardens, forests, and such.
The most luxuriant vegetation found in any climatic realm is called the tropical rain forest.
Most areas of the desert receive little rainfall, just a few millimeters of precipitation. Some areas have received absolutely no rainfall in over 400 years.