Tropical Rainforests (AQA GCSE Geography): Flashcards
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% of world's plant & animal species in rainforests
% of world's plant & animal species in rainforests
Around 50%
Purpose of waxy leaf surface in rainforest plants
Purpose of waxy leaf surface in rainforest plants
Protects vs hot sun, heavy rain & strong winds
What are epiphytes?
What are epiphytes?
Plants living above ground on tree trunks & branches
Function of buttress roots
Function of buttress roots
Stop tall trees from falling over
Where do buttress roots search for nutrients?
Where do buttress roots search for nutrients?
Above ground (nutrients scarce beneath)
Why don't rainforest trees grow many branches?
Why don't rainforest trees grow many branches?
Use energy to grow faster & reach sunlight first
What are lianas?
What are lianas?
Climbing woody vines that drape rainforest trees
Purpose of drip tip leaves
Purpose of drip tip leaves
Allow rain drops to run off quickly
Why do plants need to shed water in rainforests?
Why do plants need to shed water in rainforests?
Avoid growth of fungus & bacteria in warm, wet conditions
How do sloths avoid predators?
How do sloths avoid predators?
Use camouflage & move very slowly
Why do sloths feed at night?
Why do sloths feed at night?
Cooler temps help save energy
Flying frog's gliding adaptation
Flying frog's gliding adaptation
Webbed hands/feet & loose skin flap between limbs
Spider monkey's climbing adaptation
Spider monkey's climbing adaptation
Long, strong limbs
Purpose of toucan's long, large bill
Purpose of toucan's long, large bill
Reach & cut fruit from weak branches that can't hold weight