Tropical Rainforests

What percentage of all species are found in tropical rainforests?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 90%

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What percentage of the 400,000 plant species are found in tropical rainforests?

• 50%

• 67%

• 80%

• 90%

What is the role of Dr. Catenazzi in the context of tropical rainforests?

• Discovering new bird species

• Discovering new frog species

• Planting new trees

• Studying climate change

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What percentage of Earth's rainforests are located in SE Asia/Pacific Islands?

• 10%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What is the primary factor that contributes to the diversity of animals in rainforests?

• Climate

• Plant diversity

• Soil type

• Altitude

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What do 'emergents' in a rainforest experience?

• Constant shade

• Extreme heat of the sun

• High wind speeds

• Heavy rainfall

What is the typical humidity level in rainforests?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

What is the role of CO₂ in rainforest climate change?

• Increases photosynthesis

• Reduces productivity

• Has no effect

• Increases rainfall

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which layer of the rainforest is the highest?

• Canopy Layer

• Understory Layer

• Emergent Layer

• Forest Floor

Which layer of the rainforest is known for having the densest vegetation?

• Emergent Layer

• Canopy Layer

• Understory Layer

• Forest Floor