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What is the purpose of drip tips and waxy surfaces in tropical rainforest plants?
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?
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?
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?
What is the role of epiphytic orchids' aerial roots in tropical rainforests?
Why do many bromeliads in tropical rainforests function as epiphytes?
Why do many bromeliads in tropical rainforests function as epiphytes?
What problem can heavy rainfall in the tropical rainforest cause?
What problem can heavy rainfall in the tropical rainforest cause?
How does leaching affect the soil in the tropical rainforest?
How does leaching affect the soil in the tropical rainforest?
Why is the soil in the tropical rainforest considered poor?
Why is the soil in the tropical rainforest considered poor?
What challenges do plants in the canopy of the tropical rainforest face?
What challenges do plants in the canopy of the tropical rainforest face?
How does the thick canopy of the tropical rainforest impact sunlight penetration?
How does the thick canopy of the tropical rainforest impact sunlight penetration?
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