Tropical and Temperate Rainforests

The video explores the significance of rainforests, highlighting foods that originate from them. It explains the role of climate in defining biomes and distinguishes between tropical and temperate rainforests, detailing their locations and biodiversity. Tropical rainforests are prevalent and rich in species, while temperate rainforests, though less common, are crucial for certain species and contain some of the oldest trees.

Which of the following foods originally came from a rainforest?

• Potatoes

• Apples

• Bananas

• Grapes

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by rainforests?

• 10%

• 6%

• 15%

• 3%

What is a primary factor in the division of biomes?

• Human activity

• Animal species

• Soil type

• Climate

Where are tropical rainforests primarily located?

• Near the poles

• In temperate zones

• In the tropics

• In deserts

Which country is NOT mentioned as having tropical rainforests?

• Canada

• India

• Brazil

• Australia

What percentage of rainforests are temperate?

• 6%

• 10%

• 1%

• 3%

Where is the world's largest temperate rainforest located?

• South America

• North America

• Africa

• Asia

Which type of rainforest is more common?

• Neither is common

• Both are equally common

• Tropical

• Temperate

What is a key difference between tropical and temperate rainforests?

• Location

• Biodiversity

• Tree height

• Soil type

What do temperate rainforests provide despite their lower biodiversity?

• Economic resources

• Important habitats

• Tourist attractions

• Agricultural land