Nutrients deposited on leaves as dust and materials leached from leaves through insect action are most often transported to the forest floor by

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Maria Page

Biology

13 April, 13:45

Nutrients deposited on leaves as dust and materials leached from leaves through insect action are most often transported to the forest floor by

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Raegan Valenzuela · Answer 1

The appropriate answer is B. Throughfall. These nutrients are transported via the process of throughfall where rain flows from leaves to the ground. Rainforests receive high annual rainfall. The leaves are also designed to funnel water to the ground soon after a shower. Leaves are equipped with drip tips to allow water to roll of leaves easily. Any particles deposited on leaves are going to be washed to the forest floor by frequent rainfall that occurs here.