Rainforest Expedition- Chp. 12

Which of these groups is most responsible for deforestation of the rainforest? 

removing or clearing away the trees from a forest.

"We must stop what is happening in the rainforest or people all over the earth will suffer."

disagreement over how to use a particular area of land

Rainforests are called "the lungs of the earth" because of their role in what cycle?

"The government has opened the land to us, we can provide for our families."

the variety of plants and animals living in one area. 

Which of these do environmentalist in the Amazon most want to protect? 

Finding ways to use resources without using them up.

What is the main cause of conflict in the Amazon?

"We'be been here longer than anyone. Our land and way of life should be protected." 

the process by which carbon and oxygen cycle in the environment

"What we do to earn a living doesn't hurt the rainforest." 

Where is the Amazon Rainforest located? 

a broadleaf evergreen forest found in wet and hot regions near the equator