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the tallest trees that emerge out of the canopy. |
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the layer of tall trees that form the roof of the rainforest. |
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trees just below the canopy that fight to reach any spaces in the canopy. |
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the bushes and small trees that don't get enough light or space to grow. |
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Name the seven things that destroy the rainforest. |
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Timber, Mining, Farming, Settlements, Ranching,Hydro-electric power, The Trans-Amazonian highway. |
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1: Leaves fall off trees. 2: Leaves decay. 3: Humus-rich layer is formed. 4: Nutrients are taken up by roots. 5: New growth. |
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1: Water transpires off leaves. 2: Water evaporates off the floor. 3: Water soaks into soil. 4: Water runs off into rivers/oceans. |
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Water evaporating off plants and leaves. |
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The road that runs from Peru to the other side of Brazil. |
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