Which of the following is/are unique characteristic/characteristics of equatorial forests?<br/>1. Presence of tall, closely set trees with crowns forming a continuous canopy<br/>2. Coexistence of a large number of species<br/>3. Presence of numerous varieties of epiphytes<br/><br/>Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

1. Tall, closely set trees with continuous canopy — Equatorial forests are dense, multi-layered evergreen forests; the upper crowns often form a near-continuous canopy. Verdict: Correct.

2. Coexistence of a large number of species — These forests have very high biodiversity, with many tree species occurring together in a small area. Verdict: Correct.

3. Numerous varieties of epiphytes — High humidity and year-round warmth favour abundant epiphytes such as orchids, ferns and mosses. Verdict: Correct.

Hence, all three are characteristic features of equatorial forests.