Amazon Biome Characteristics and Conservation

The video explores the Brazilian biomes, focusing on the Amazon, the largest biome in Brazil. It covers the Amazon's vast geography, rich biodiversity, and unique climate. The video highlights the diverse fauna, including famous and lesser-known species, and the flora, emphasizing the Amazon's ecological complexity. It also addresses the challenges of deforestation and climate change, and the conservation efforts to protect this vital biome.

Which of the following is NOT one of the six major biomes in Brazil?

• Pantanal

• Sahara

• Cerrado

• Amazon

What percentage of Brazil's territory is occupied by the Amazon biome?

• 49%

• 75%

• 30%

• 60%

Which of these is a significant feature of the Amazon biome?

• The Sahara Desert

• The Amazon River Basin

• The Great Barrier Reef

• The Rocky Mountains

What is the climate of the Amazon biome primarily characterized by?

• Temperate and mild

• Arid and hot

• Equatorial and humid

• Dry and cold

Which unique animal is known for its transparent body in the Amazon?

• Amazonian manatee

• Harpy eagle

• Jaguar

• Glass frog

What is a notable characteristic of the Amazon's flora?

• Desert plants

• Dense and tall vegetation

• Sparse vegetation

• Deciduous trees

What is a major threat to the Amazon's ecosystem?

• Overfishing

• Deforestation

• Urbanization

• Volcanic eruptions

Which organization is NOT involved in the preservation of the Amazon?

• Greenpeace

• INPE

• NASA

• WWF

What percentage of the Amazon biome remains intact?

• 80%

• 90%

• 60%

• 50%

Which group is actively involved in protecting the rights of indigenous people in the Amazon?

• Environmental NGOs

• Local governments

• International corporations

• Tourist agencies