6 Questions
What is the primary reason given for why forests are indispensable to humanity?
They are a source of oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide.
Approximately how many hectares of forest are being destroyed per minute?
26 hectares
What is one of the most important discoveries in the fight against cancer mentioned in the text?
A medicine derived from the Madagascar periwinkle plant.
Approximately how many species become extinct each day due to forest destruction?
Several dozen
Which statement about the importance of tropical forests is NOT mentioned in the text?
They are a major source of food for many human populations.
What percentage of medicines on sale in Italy are derived from tropical plants?
20%
Learn about the significance of forests to the environment and humanity and why they should be preserved. Understand the impact of deforestation on species extinction and the planet's oxygen levels.
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