Explain three factors that favour the growth of natural forests on the slopes of Mt. Kenya.

      

Explain three factors that favour the growth of natural forests on the slopes of Mt. Kenya.

  

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gideon
- The area receive high Rainfall /1100mm-2200mm throughout the year?F which encourages
continuous growth of trees.?E
- The area has deep fertile volcanic soil ?F that allows the roots to penetrate deep into the ground
for proper anchorage.?E
- The area is a gazette reserve prohibiting cultivation and settlement hence allowing growth of
trees.
- The steep slope ?F discourages settlement thus ?E forests thrive.
gideon1 answered the question on September 30, 2017 at 09:14


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