Shah Hiloni Paresh Neeta

LA4015-2

Rainfall and surface water runoff are critical components in shaping forest ecosystems, particularly in Aravalli ranges that surrounds the Sita Mata Wildlife Sanctuary. When rain falls, it first interacts with the hilltops, where the physical and chemical weathering of rocks occurs. The velocity and intensity of the rainfall in relation to the slope of the hill leads to variation in rock composition, which differs as per altitude location. The flow of water significantly influence soil sedimentation and deposition patterns. Moreover, this variation along different slopes leads to altered density and sparsity of vegetation and distinct forms. The ranges also benefit from percolation during the monsoon period, which seeps into the groundwater table thus contributing to the perennial stream and other components. Understanding these interactions is vital as they underscore the importance of natural hydrological cycles that preserve the ecological integrity of Sita Mata.