Why are rainforests considered crucial for global biodiversity?

Rainforest Ecosystems and Biodiversity

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They cover a large portion of Earth's surface.
They are located in the polar regions.
They are home to more than half of the planet's plant and animal species.
They have rich soil with abundant nutrients.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary reason trees in the emergent layer grow so tall?
To provide shelter for animals.
To absorb more rainwater.
To reach more sunlight.
To avoid predators.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which layer of the rainforest is most crowded with branches, leaves, and vines?
Canopy
Forest floor
Understory
Emergent layer
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do pitcher plants adapt to the nutrient-poor soil of rainforests?
By having deep roots.
By storing water in their leaves.
By eating small animals like insects.
By growing taller than other plants.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What unique adaptation do howler monkeys have to communicate over long distances?
They use sign language.
They have a loud howl.
They use bright colors.
They mimic other animals.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a major threat to rainforests mentioned in the video?
Lack of sunlight
Industries like logging and mining
Overpopulation of animals
Natural disasters
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How often do scientists estimate a rainforest species goes extinct?
Every 15 minutes
Every day
Every week
Every hour
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