Which biome occurs where winter drought reduces photosynthesis and most trees drop their leaves?
A) tropical montane forests
B) tropical deciduous forests
C) boreal forests
D) dry savannas
E) temperate forests

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Tropical deciduous forests are characterized by a season of drought during the winter, which significantly reduces photosynthesis. This leads to most trees in these forests shedding their leaves to conserve water.

Which Biome Occurs Where Winter Drought Reduces Photosynthesis and Most