Tropical rainforest management (Edexcel GCSE Geography A): Quizzes
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What proportion of the world's remaining tropical rainforest is found in the Amazon?
What proportion of the world's remaining tropical rainforest is found in the Amazon?
One-third
How many bird species does the Amazon rainforest support?
How many bird species does the Amazon rainforest support?
Over 1,300 species
How many plant species are found in the Amazon rainforest?
How many plant species are found in the Amazon rainforest?
More than 40,000
How many National Forests has Brazil established for sustainable management?
How many National Forests has Brazil established for sustainable management?
31
Who owns the National Forests in Brazil?
Who owns the National Forests in Brazil?
The state government
What must companies do before logging in National Forests?
What must companies do before logging in National Forests?
Conduct biodiversity surveys
How much cheaper is reduced-impact logging compared to conventional methods?
How much cheaper is reduced-impact logging compared to conventional methods?
Up to 12% cheaper
In conventional logging, how many extra trees are damaged per tree harvested?
In conventional logging, how many extra trees are damaged per tree harvested?
Between 10-20 trees
What types of jobs does ecotourism create in rainforest areas?
What types of jobs does ecotourism create in rainforest areas?
Guides, hospitality, conservation education
What are 'seed' trees in reduced-impact logging?
What are 'seed' trees in reduced-impact logging?
Younger trees left for forest regeneration
How large is the area covered by Brazil's 31 National Forests?
How large is the area covered by Brazil's 31 National Forests?
Larger than England