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Tropical rainforests are forests with tall tress, warm climate, and lots of rain. Tropical rainforests are found in Africa, Asia, Australia, and Central and South America. The largest rainforest in the world is the Amazon rainforest. They are found in tropics, the region between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Tropic of Cancer. Each rainforest is unique but there are certatin features common to all tropical rainforests.
Temperate rainforests occur in small pockets. A temperate rainforest will have over 1400 mm of rain per year. There is a large temperate rainforest in Washington state.
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What are tropical rainforests along the equator?
Deserts and rainforests
Does Jamaica have rainforests?
Yes, Jamaica does have rainforests. The island has a variety of ecosystems, including the Blue Mountains, which are home to lush rainforests with diverse flora and fauna. These rainforests play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation and are popular destinations for eco-tourism.
Which continents have rainforests?
There are two types of rainforests: Tropical and Temperate. Tropical Rainforests are in the continents of North America, South America, Africa, and Asia. Technically Australia could be included for the country of Papua New Guinea. Temperate Rainforests are in the continents of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Do rainforests increase greenhouse gases?
No, rainforests help to regulate greenhouse gases by absorbing carbon dioxide through the process of photosynthesis. However, when rainforests are cut down or burned, they release stored carbon dioxide back into the atmosphere, contributing to increased greenhouse gas levels.
What are the Plants in hot and humid climate?
Tropical rainforests
