Most Beautiful Roof Quiz 2

What is the average annual rainfall in Blue Creek, Belize?

• 80 inches

• 40 inches

• 20 inches

• 60 inches

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How many different species of plants can be found within a 16-foot square in Blue Creek?

• 200

• 150

• 100

• 50

Which animals can be found in the rainforest canopy?

• All of the above

• Tadpoles and bromeliads

• Tree salamanders and poison dart frogs

• Bats and vipers

What is the role of science according to Meg Loman?

• To protect endangered species

• To explore undiscovered islands

• To study the rainforest canopy

• To understand the bigger picture of our planet

What is the purpose of the rainforest canopy walkway in Blue Creek?

• To explore the canopy and its inhabitants

• To monitor epiphytic growth

• To study ant gardens

• To observe leaf-eating activity

What is the primary function of ant gardens in the rainforest canopy?

• To establish an aerial farm for ants

• To shield the tree from epiphytic growth

• To draw in atmospheric nutrients

• To supply food for ants

What is the purpose of the exclusion experiment conducted by Meg?

• To observe leaf-eating activity

• To compare new growth with and without insect predators

• To measure the impact of epiphytic growth on trees

• To study the behavior of ants in the canopy

What is the role of leaf-cutter ants in the rainforest?

• To transport leaves to the canopy for other ants

• To feed on the glucose and protein in plants

• To create underground fungus factories

• To protect trees from epiphytic growth

What is the purpose of bromeliads in the rainforest canopy?

• To attract birds with their bright colors

• To provide a habitat for mosquitoes

• To capture solar energy and attract atmospheric nutrients

• To create a water nursery for frog tadpoles

How does the bullhorn akita tree protect itself from epiphytic growth?

• By forming a symbiotic relationship with ants that guard the tree

• By releasing a chemical substance that destroys epiphytes

• By having thorns that prevent ants from climbing

• By having hollow stems that are unable to support epiphytes