Ecosystems

Question 1

Features of Tropical Rainforests

Answer 1

High rainfall (found along equator)
High temp
Low Seasonality
High light availability
Inter species relationships

Question 2

Importance of tropical rainforests

Answer 2

-medicinal value
-food source
-CWRs
-High Biodiversity
-Carbon sequestration
-Soil erosion control

Question 3

Threats to tropical rainforests

Answer 3

-deforestation for timber fuel and wood/ land
-mineral extraction and mining
-agricultural expansion
-tourism
-climate change
-species exploitation