FOREST ECOLOGY
FOREST SUCCESSION
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The amazon rainforest is one of the largest sources of atmospheric oxygen in the Earth. Recently, humans have been deforesting the amazon, or chopping down all the trees. Before they were cut down, the trees provided shade for many organisms in the area. Once an area is deforested, pioneer species enter to restore the forest to its original state. What qualities will these pioneer species need to be successful in this environment?
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The ability to pollinate without bees
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The ability to live without a continuous water supply
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The ability to withstand harsh, direct sunlight
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The ability to develop deep, strong root systems
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Giant Carbon Sponge All Earth’s forests impact the atmosphere. Trees draw down carbon dioxide from the atmosphere through photosynthesis, locking away that greenhouse gas in leaves, trunks, roots and nearby soil. The Amazon’s sheer volume of trees makes it one of the world’s largest carbon sinks.
Detailed explanation-2: -Rainforests produce about 20% of our oxygen and store a huge amount of carbon dioxide, drastically reducing the impact of greenhouse gas emissions.
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