Amazon Rainforest Biodiversity Quiz
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Why is the Amazon rainforest considered vital?

  • It is the largest rainforest on Earth.
  • It is home to 10% of all known wildlife species.
  • It stores 150-200 billion tons of carbon. (correct)
  • It releases 20 billion tonnes of water into the atmosphere per day.

    • What is a significant threat faced by the Amazon rainforest?

  • Limited availability of food for animals.
  • Decrease in the number of indigenous species.
  • Lack of water sources for wildlife.
  • Increase in deforestation and fires. (correct)

    • How frequently is a 'new' species of animal or plant discovered in the Amazon?

  • Once a week
  • Every day
  • Once a month
  • Every other day (correct)

    • What role do the trees in the Amazon rainforest play in global and regional cycles?

    <p>Releasing 20 billion tonnes of water into the atmosphere daily.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the Amazon rainforest described as 'under siege'?

    <p>Increase in deforestation and fires.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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