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The video discusses the Amazon rainforest's critical role in maintaining Earth's balance, its biodiversity, and its impact on global climate and ecosystems. It highlights the consequences of deforestation, including species loss, economic effects, and increased carbon emissions. The video also addresses the potential global impact of losing the Amazon, such as accelerated global warming and ocean acidification. Finally, it examines the challenges posed by fires and political struggles over resource exploitation.

What percentage of the Earth's surface does the Amazon rainforest occupy?

• 20%

• 5%

• 1%

• 10%

By 2030, what percentage of the Amazon rainforest is estimated to be lost due to deforestation?

• 5%

• 50%

• 10%

• 27%

How many species are estimated to live in the Amazon rainforest?

• 1 million

• 500,000

• 2.5 million

• 10 million

What is the Amazon rainforest's role in the global carbon cycle?

• It has no impact

• It stores a large amount of carbon

• It releases carbon dioxide

• It only affects local carbon levels

What is the effect of increased carbon dioxide in the oceans?

• Increased fish population

• No effect

• Decreased acidity

• Increased acidity

What is a major cause of fires in the Amazon rainforest?

• Natural lightning strikes

• Agricultural practices

• Spontaneous combustion

• Volcanic eruptions

What is a significant consequence of forest fires on the atmosphere?

• Decrease in carbon monoxide

• Increase in smog and low ozone

• Increase in oxygen levels

• No change in air quality