Tropical Rainforest Ecosystem
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What is the purpose of drip tips and waxy surfaces in tropical rainforest plants?

  • To encourage the growth of bacteria and fungi
  • To trap water for plant use
  • To discourage water run-off (correct)
  • To absorb sunlight efficiently

    • Why do some plants in the tropical rainforest grow on other plants or climb them?

  • To protect themselves from pests
  • To absorb nutrients from the soil
  • To discourage animal pollinators
  • To compete for sunlight (correct)

    • How do flowers on the forest floor attract animal pollinators?

  • By relying on wind for pollination
  • By being camouflaged
  • By emitting a strong scent
  • By being designed to lure animal pollinators (correct)

    • What is the role of epiphytic orchids' aerial roots in tropical rainforests?

    <p>To absorb minerals and water from the atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do many bromeliads in tropical rainforests function as epiphytes?

    <p>To collect rainwater into a central reservoir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What problem can heavy rainfall in the tropical rainforest cause?

    <p>Promoting the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does leaching affect the soil in the tropical rainforest?

    <p>Causes loss of minerals and organic nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the soil in the tropical rainforest considered poor?

    <p>Because plants grow rapidly and deplete organic material quickly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenges do plants in the canopy of the tropical rainforest face?

    <p>Intense sunlight for 12 hours daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the thick canopy of the tropical rainforest impact sunlight penetration?

    <p>Restricts sunlight penetration to the forest floor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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