17. Select the wrong statement
17. Select the wrong statement

(a) Forests provide a variety of products

(b) Forests have greater plant diversity

(c) Forests do not conserve soil

(d) Forests conserve water

Correct option – ( c )

Explanation – Forests perform a variety of functions like they preserve the flora and fauna of that area conserves water , purifies the air . Forests also conserve the soil by binding the soil particles with their roots and prevents soil erosion .