Why Do Grass, Needles, and Shrubs Burn Easier and Faster

question 44

Multiple Choice

Why do grass, needles, and shrubs burn easier and faster than trees?

• A)They have a large surface area compared with their total mass.
• B)They are close to the ground where the fire is.
• C)They are drier than trees.
• D)They are closer together than trees.
• E)They have fewer green leaves than trees.

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