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Rainforests Lesson 1-3 (copy) (copy)
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Tropical Rainforest
A biome characterized by high temperatures, high rainfall, and high biodiversity.
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Low Nutrient Soil
Soil in tropical rainforests lacking in nutrients due to rapid uptake by plants.
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High Biodiversity
The variety of different species found in a rainforest, making it one of the richest ecosystems.
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Convectional Rainfall
A type of rainfall that occurs when warm air rises, cools, and condenses, leading to precipitation.
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Equator
An imaginary line around the middle of the Earth where tropical rainforests are typically located.
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Climate Graphs
Graphs that depict temperature and rainfall over a specific timeframe for a region.
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Climate vs Weather
Climate refers to long-term atmospheric conditions, while weather refers to short-term changes.
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Forest Floor
The bottom layer of the rainforest where only 2% of sunlight reaches.
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Shrub Layer
A layer of the rainforest 0-10 meters tall, home to smaller plants and animals like alligators.
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Under Canopy
A layer of rainforest 10-20 meters tall, consisting of young trees and species like sloths.
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Canopy
The layer 20-30 meters tall, home to many birds and a key habitat for diverse species.
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Emergents
The tallest layer of the rainforest, reaching heights of 30-40 meters, housing giant trees and birds.
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Biodiversity Importance
High biodiversity in rainforests contributes to ecosystem stability and resilience.
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Sunlight in the Rainforest
Sunlight in the rainforest is absorbed differently across layers, with the canopy receiving the most.
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Direct Sunlight
Sunlight that hits the rainforest equator where temperatures are consistently high.
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High Rainfall Characteristics
Tropical rainforests receive rainfall through convection, contributing to a humid climate.
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Plant Competition
The struggle among rainforest plants for limited sunlight and nutrients.
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Human Geography
The study of human activities and their relationship with the environment.
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Physical Geography
The study of natural features and processes of the Earth.
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Environmental Geography
Focuses on issues related to the environment and human impact.
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Soil Nutrients
Essential elements required by plants, often depleted quickly in rainforest ecosystems.
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Orchids
Plants commonly found in the shrub layer of tropical rainforests.
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Lianas
Long woody vines in the canopy that climb trees for support.
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Epiphytes
Plants that grow on other plants and absorb moisture and nutrients from the air.
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Rainforest Regions
Regions such as Brazil, Democratic Republic of Congo, and Indonesia characterized by tropical rainforests.
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Photosynthesis
Process by which plants use sunlight to produce food, crucial in ecosystems.
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Nutrient Cycling
The movement and exchange of organic and inorganic matter in ecosystems.
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Emergent Trees
Tallest trees in the rainforest that extend above the canopy.
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Balsa Tree
The fastest growing tree in rainforests, known for its lightweight wood.
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Rainforest Ecology
The study of interactions among organisms and their environment within rainforests.
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Sloths
Slow-moving mammals found in the under canopy of tropical rainforests.
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Howler Monkeys
Primates that are commonly found in the under canopy layer of the rainforest.
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Rainforest Adaptations
Specific traits that plants and animals develop to survive in the rainforest environment.
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Sunlight Absorption
The process in which plants utilize sunlight for growth and energy.
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Climate Consistency
Lack of distinct seasons in tropical rainforests due to their location near the equator.
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Plant Density
The concentration of plants in a given area, affecting competition for resources.
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Image Annotation
Labeling geographical images to provide clarity and information about features.
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Seasonal Changes
Variations in climate typically noted in temperate regions, contrasting with rainforest climates.
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Tropical Location
Regions between the tropics where tropical rainforests are predominantly found.
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Map Interpretation
The ability to read and analyze information presented through maps.
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Rainfall Distribution
The variations in rainfall amounts across different geographical locations.