Five Facts- Rainforests

The video presents five fascinating facts about rainforests. It highlights their biodiversity, noting that they house over half of the world's animal species despite covering only 6% of Earth's surface. The Amazon rainforest, the largest in the world, spans nine countries and is home to unique wildlife like pink river dolphins. Rainforests are crucial for medicine, providing ingredients for over 120 drugs. They also play a vital role in combating climate change by absorbing carbon dioxide and supporting the water cycle. The video concludes with a call to protect these vital ecosystems from deforestation.

What percentage of the Earth's surface do rainforests cover?

• 6%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

Which of the following countries is NOT part of the Amazon rainforest?

• Brazil

• Argentina

• Peru

• Colombia

What is the Amazon River dolphin also known as?

• White river dolphin

• Gray river dolphin

• Blue river dolphin

• Pink river dolphin

Approximately how many medicines have been derived from rainforest plants?

• 120

• 50

• 300

• 200

How do rainforests help mitigate climate change?

• By releasing greenhouse gases

• By absorbing oxygen

• By producing carbon dioxide

• By absorbing carbon dioxide