Glaciers and Rainforests of Vancouver Island

The video explores the unique ecosystem of Vancouver Island, highlighting its separation by towering peaks and the role of glaciers in sustaining its rainforests. Historically, glaciers provided essential water to the forests, but climate change has drastically reduced their numbers. With only five glaciers remaining, the island faces a future with diminished water resources, affecting its waterfalls and overall ecosystem. Scientists predict that all glaciers could disappear within 25 years, emphasizing the urgent need for climate action.

What natural feature helps create lush rainforests on Vancouver Island?

• Deep valleys

• Flat plains

• Towering peaks

• Desert sands

In the 1970s, how many glaciers were present on Vancouver Island?

• More than 200

• More than 170

• More than 100

• More than 50

What happens to the glaciers on Vancouver Island during the summer?

• They melt

• They expand

• They freeze

• They evaporate

How many glaciers remain on Vancouver Island today?

• Ten

• Twenty

• Fifteen

• Five

What is the predicted time frame for the complete disappearance of glaciers on Vancouver Island?

• 15 years

• 20 years

• 25 years

• 10 years

What environmental consequence is associated with the reduction of glaciers on Vancouver Island?

• More forest fires

• Less water for waterfalls

• More waterfalls

• Increased rainfall