You Are Hiking with a Friend and Reach the Peak

Essay

You are hiking with a friend and reach the peak of a mountain after a long climb.On your climb upward,you had a clear trail with a little grass and small shrubs along the way.But looking down the other side,you see lush vegetation and many broadleaf trees farther down the slope.Your friend wonders why there is such a big difference.What explanation can you offer your friend?