Read the given statements and select the correct option.
Statement 1: Trees growing on high altitudes like mountains have cone like crown.
Statement 2: High altitudes are cool regions as temperature decreases with increasing altitude.

Options

A. Both statements 1 and 2 are true and statement 2 is the correct explanation of statement 1.
B. Both statements 1 and 2 are true but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1.
C. Statement 1 is true but statement 2 is false.
D. Statement 1 is false but statement 2 is true.

Answer

B

Explanation

Cone like crown of trees growing on high altitude prevents accumulation of snow on leaves. It prevents tree from dessication in harsh conditions. Temperature decrease with increase in altitude.