Refer to the figure below. In this diagram, the precipitation curve falls below the temperature (yellow area).This indicates a situation in which plant growth is
A) limited by temperature.
B) limited by water availability.
C) unlimited by temperature.
D) unlimited by water availability.
E) possible only in the winter months.

Question

Refer to the figure below.  In this diagram, the precipitation curve falls below the temperature (yellow area).This indicates a situation in which plant growth is
A) limited by temperature. 
B) limited by water availability. 
C) unlimited by temperature. 
D) unlimited by water availability. 
E) possible only in the winter months.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When the precipitation curve falls below the temperature curve, it indicates that there is not enough water available to support plant growth, regardless of temperature. Therefore, plant growth is limited by water availability.

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