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Tropical Rainforests | AQA GCSE Geography
- Level:
- GCSE
- Board:
- AQA
Last updated 22 Dec 2023
GCSE Geography Students, test your knowledge & understanding of tropical rainforests with this interactive topic quiz - produced by the tutor2u Geography team.
Click here for the quiz: Tropical Rainforests | AQA GCSE Geography
Tropical rainforests are some of the most biodiverse and ecologically important ecosystems on Earth. Here are some key characteristics of tropical rainforests:
- Location: Tropical rainforests are found in tropical regions near the equator, such as in South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
- Climate: Tropical rainforests have a hot and humid climate, with high rainfall throughout the year.
- Biodiversity: Tropical rainforests are home to a vast array of plant and animal species, many of which are endemic to these regions.
- Canopy layer: The most distinctive feature of tropical rainforests is the dense canopy layer of trees that blocks out most of the sunlight and creates a cool, shady environment below.
- Soil fertility: The soils in tropical rainforests are generally nutrient-poor, as the dense vegetation and high rainfall leach nutrients from the soil.
- Indigenous communities: Many indigenous communities have lived in tropical rainforests for thousands of years and have developed a deep understanding of the ecosystem and how to sustainably use its resources.
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