Goods

Question 1

Drugs

Answer 1

1. More than 7000 drugs have their origin in TRF plants

- eg rosy periwinkle used to treat childhood leukemia is found in Madagascar.

Question 2

Oxygen

Answer 2

1. TRF known as lungs of the world

- huge amounts of plant life produces oxygen as a by-product of photosynthesis

Question 3

Hardwood timber

Answer 3

1. Timber can be used for construction,wood for fuel and ebony and rosewood have valuable properties for furniture

Question 4

Water

Answer 4

1. Forests encourage infiltration meaning they produce clean water supplies that would otherwise be polluted

Question 5

Food

Answer 5

1. For locals the forest is a source of meat or fruit and the soil can be sued to grow crops