Amazon Rainforest Knowledge Assessment

The Amazon rainforest, often called the 'lungs of the world,' is nearing a critical tipping point due to deforestation and degradation. A report highlights that 18% of the forest is lost, with an additional 17% degraded. Colombia, despite having well-preserved areas, faces significant deforestation. The Amazon's health is crucial for global climate stability, storing vast amounts of carbon. Scientists urge for immediate action, including respecting indigenous knowledge and forming global conservation pacts. Failure to act could lead to irreversible climate impacts, affecting biodiversity and millions of people.

What is the Amazon rainforest often referred to as?

• The heart of the world

• The lungs of the world

• The brain of the world

• The soul of the world

Which country has the largest portion of the Amazon rainforest?

• Bolivia

• Brazil

• Peru

• Colombia

What percentage of the Amazon's forest has been lost according to the report?

• 30%

• 25%

• 18%

• 10%

What transformation is the Amazon rainforest undergoing due to climate change?

• From a dry forest to a tropical rainforest

• From a tropical rainforest to a dry forest

• From a desert to a tropical rainforest

• From a tropical rainforest to a desert

What is one proposed measure to mitigate damage to the Amazon?

• Increase industrial activities

• Expand agricultural lands

• Promote urbanization

• Establish a model of coexistence respecting indigenous knowledge

What is the WWF's goal for the Amazon rainforest?

• To protect 50% of the Amazon

• To protect 20% of the Amazon

• To protect 80% of the Amazon

• To protect 100% of the Amazon

By what year does the indigenous organization COICA want indigenous knowledge recognized as a protection strategy?

• 2024

• 2026

• 2023

• 2025

How much carbon does the Amazon rainforest store?

• Between 100 and 200 gigatons

• Between 800 and 1000 gigatons

• Between 200 and 400 gigatons

• Between 367 and 733 gigatons

What role does the Amazon rainforest play in South America?

• It is the largest urban area

• It is the main source of minerals

• It supplies humidity and water, influencing rainfall

• It provides most of the continent's food

What would be the consequence of the Amazon reaching a point of no return?

• A minor inconvenience for local wildlife

• An increase in global temperatures by 10 degrees

• A significant boost to the global economy

• A catastrophe for humanity and biodiversity