geo 2
what is the top layer of a rainforest?
emergent layer
what is the second layer of a rainforest?
canopy layer
whats the 3rd layer of a rainforest
understory layer
whats the bottom story of a rainforest
forest floor
whats an ecosytem?
an environment containing biotic and abiotic factors working together in a community
why can't you take species from a food web?
it would cause an inbalance
food web
food webs are multiple food chains in a habitat connected by species
food chain
a linear diagram of a producer passing it's energy onto consumers, consisting of 3-5 species
explain how a sloth adapted to the rainforest?
uses camoflage and moves slowly so its harder for predators to spot it.
explain how a spider monkey adapted to the rf?
has long, strong limbs to help it climb through the forest trees
3 main points why deforestation happens?
farming, mining and logging
3 pillars of sustainable managment of the rf?
economy, social and environment
ecotourism
usually involves small groups, local guides used, mostly nature based, buildings are environmentally friendly, limited transport avaliable.