3.3.4 Flashcards
1
Q
What is the biodiversity situation in tropical rainforests?
A
Tropical biomes contain some of the most globally biodiverse areas.
2
Q
What is the result of unsustainable exploitation of tropical biomes?
A
Unsustainable exploitation of tropical biomes results in massive losses in biodiversity and their ability to perform globally important ecological services.
3
Q
How much of the Earth’s land surface was covered by rainforests in the past and how much is it now?
A
It was 14%, now it’s 6%
4
Q
What is shifting cultivation?
A
Shifting cultivation is when people clear forest, grow crops for 2-3 years and then move to a new site.
5
Q
What is the economic value for Tropical Rainforests?
A
Tropical rainforests have many economic values and demands, such as timber.
