DENDROLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Ozark forests and woodlands include most of southern Missouri. The Ozark highlands are an ancient mountain chain that’s been eroding for a quarter billion years. Limestone, dolomite, and chert are the main rock types, though in some areas igneous rock (such as granite) or sandstone predominate.

Detailed explanation-2: -Upland forests occur where drainage is sufficient so that soils do not become saturated for extended periods of time. Water can either run off or percolate through the soil. The upper canopy is 80% to 100% closed, and sub-canopies of younger trees and shrubs typically exist.

Detailed explanation-3: -Missouri belongs in the temperate deciduous forest biome because both regions have similar climate, locations, terrain, flora, and fauna. The climate of Missouri and the temperate deciduous forest is similar in terms of precipitation and temperature.