Amazon Rainforest Facts and Issues

The Amazon Rainforest, the largest tropical rainforest, spans across several South American countries and is home to a vast array of species and indigenous tribes. It plays a crucial role in climate regulation by absorbing CO2 and storing carbon. However, it faces significant threats from deforestation, wildfires, and climate change, which could lead to its complete loss by 2060 if no action is taken.

What percentage of South America is covered by the Amazon Rainforest?

• 50%

• 40%

• 30%

• 20%

How many indigenous tribes live in the Amazon Rainforest?

• 500

• 600

• 400

• 300

How many plant species are found in the Amazon Rainforest?

• 20,000

• 40,000

• 50,000

• 30,000

What percentage of annual global CO2 emissions is absorbed by the Amazon?

• 3%

• 7%

• 5%

• 10%

What is the estimated number of trees in the Amazon Rainforest?

• 350 billion

• 390 billion

• 450 billion

• 290 billion

What percentage of plants with anti-cancer properties are found in the Amazon?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

What is a major cause of deforestation in the Amazon?

• Tourism

• Urbanization

• Mining

• Slash-and-burn agriculture

How much forest was lost to wildfires in 2019?

• 906,000 hectares

• 700,000 hectares

• 1 million hectares

• 500,000 hectares

What percentage of the Amazon could be without trees in 10 years if deforestation continues?

• 27%

• 30%

• 20%

• 15%

By what year do experts predict the Amazon could be completely lost if no action is taken?

• 2070

• 2060

• 2050

• 2040