Question

explain the term canopy and understory layer of the forest

Answer 1

$\textbf{Canopy}$:

The top most layer of crowns of tall trees is called canopy. The canopy when seen from above, appears as a green coloured roof.

$\textbf{Understorey}$:

Shorter trees form different layers under canopy. These are called understoreys. The understoreys are formed of shrubs and tall grasses.

Answer 2

$\bf\red{Canopy}$

• The canopy is formed by the mass of intertwined branches, twigs and leaves of the tall, mature trees.
• The crowns of the dominant one receive most of the sunlight.
• The canopy forms a shady, protective umbrella over the rest of the forest.

$\bf\red{Understorey\:Layer}$

The Understorey is made up of bushes, shrubs, and young trees that are adapted to living in the shade of the Canopy.