tropical rainforest Flashcards
1
Q
emergent
A
fat growing trees, sit above canopy to maximise sunlight
2
Q
canopy
A
top and thick layer of trees
3
Q
flexible leaf base
A
can turn to face the sun, maximise photosystem
4
Q
drip tip
A
allows heavy rain to run off, prevents leaf from breaking under weight
5
Q
smooth bark
A
allows heavy rain to run down stem
6
Q
lianas
A
creepers that use other trees to reach sun
7
Q
buttress roots
A
Thick above ground root to stabilise tall trees in thin soil
8
Q
deforestation
A
cutting down trees usually for economic reasons
