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The forests which act as barriers against cyclones are :

A. Alpine forests
B. Mangrove forests
C. Evergreen forests
D. Monsoon forests
Answer» B. Mangrove forests
Explanation: Mangrove Forest acts as barriers against cyclones and other natural disasters like tidal waves and tropical storms. They act as live sea walls against disasters and help minimize damage done to property and life. They also slow soil erosion and stabilize tidal banks against rising sea level, another climate change hazard.
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