Low Lands South America Flashcards
What are Selvas?
Selvas are equatorial rainforests found in the Amazon Basin. They are dense, biodiverse forests with hardwood trees like ebony, mahogany, and rosewood.
What kind of organisms are found in Selvas?
Selvas are home to lower-order organisms like arboreal creatures, apes, monkeys, insects, reptiles such as snakes and lizards.
Describe the climate of Selvas.
Selvas are dark, hot, and humid, with temperatures above 20°C and humidity levels exceeding 250 cm annually.
What are the threats to Selvas?
Climate change is one of the main threats, disturbing the balance and biodiversity of Selvas.
What are the tropical grasslands north of Selvas called?
The tropical grasslands north of Selvas are called Llanos, located in Venezuela.
What are the tropical grasslands south of Selvas called?
The tropical grasslands south of Selvas are called Campos, located in the Brazil region.
What kind of grasses are found in Llanos and Campos?
Llanos and Campos have hard and dry grasses.
What is the climate of Llanos and Campos?
Llanos and Campos are semi-arid regions.
Are the grasses in Llanos and Campos nutritious?
No, the grasses in Llanos and Campos are not very nutritious.
What is the climate of temperate grasslands?
Temperate grasslands have cool conditions and are semi-arid.
What are temperate grasslands in Argentina called?
In Argentina, temperate grasslands are called Pampas.
What kind of grass is found in Pampas?
The Pampas have green, soft, and nutritious grass.
What new grass was introduced to Pampas by Argentina?
Argentina introduced alfalfa grass to the Pampas.
What is Argentina famous for in the Pampas region?
Argentina is known for animal rearing and is the largest cattle meat exporter.
What are meat packaging factories in Argentina called?
Meat packaging factories in Argentina are called frigoríficos.
What type of area is Grand Chaco?
Grand Chaco is a low-lying, waterlogged area.
Where is Grand Chaco located in relation to the Andes Range?
Grand Chaco is located east of the Andes Range.
What kind of area is Grand Chaco in terms of vegetation?
Grand Chaco is a forested area.
What type of wood is found in Grand Chaco?
Grand Chaco has quebracho wood.
