10 Questions
What is the most important river in South America?
Amazon river
What type of vegetation is found in the Amazon Basin?
Rainforests
What causes the Amazon basin to be warm all year round?
Nearly vertical sun's rays
Why do the forests in the Amazon Basin always look green?
No particular season for shedding leaves
What are some important trees found in the Amazon Basin?
Mahogany, ebony, rosewood, cinchona, rubber
What is the average temperature range in the Amazon Basin?
25° to 30° C
Why does the Amazon Basin receive heavy rainfall throughout the year?
The region has no distinct seasons
What factor contributes to the dense growth of trees in the Amazon Basin?
High heat, plenty of sunshine, and rain
What is the primary reason for the forests in the Amazon Basin appearing green throughout the year?
There is no particular season for shedding leaves
Which region lies between the Guiana Highlands and the Brazilian Highlands?
Great Amazon river basin
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