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Forests cover nearly half of Earth's land area.
Forests cover nearly half of Earth's land area.
False
The Amazon Rainforest produces 20% of the world's oxygen.
The Amazon Rainforest produces 20% of the world's oxygen.
True
A single tree can absorb as much carbon in a year as a car produces driving 26,000 miles.
A single tree can absorb as much carbon in a year as a car produces driving 26,000 miles.
True
Forests contribute to air purification but cannot purify water.
Forests contribute to air purification but cannot purify water.
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Forests provide more than 86 million green jobs.
Forests provide more than 86 million green jobs.
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Study Notes
Forests and Their Impact
- Forests cover nearly half of Earth's land area.
Oxygen Production
- The Amazon Rainforest produces 20% of the world's oxygen.
Carbon Absorption
- A single tree can absorb as much carbon in a year as a car produces driving 26,000 miles.
Environmental Contribution
- Forests contribute to both air purification and water purification.
Disease Prevention
- Forests help prevent new infectious diseases.
Economic Impact
- Forests provide more than 86 million green jobs.
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This quiz covers the importance of forests, including their role in oxygen production, carbon absorption, environmental contribution, disease prevention, and economic impact.
