Tropical Forests (Biomes of the Earth) - ISBN:0816053227

Tropical Forests (Biomes of the Earth)

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Gr. 9-12. Following a discussion of what the phrasethe Tropics means, this volume in the Biomes of the Earth series looks at characteristic geology, flora, fauna, and people living in tropical forests today. Information on ecology, biodiversity, management, and environmental threats rounds out the volume, which concludes with a chapter on the future of tropical forests. Although few teens will read the book straight through, those who are researching topics related to tropical forests will find a great deal of information here, well organized and presented in a readable way. The colorful illustrations include excellent maps and diagrams as well as photographs. Steer younger children to Allaby's Tropical Forests (1999), which is part of the Biomes of the World series. An appendix on soil classification is followed by an extensive glossary and lists of recommended books and Web sites. Other titles in the series include Wetlands, Tundra, and Deserts. Carolyn Phelan
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There are many different types of tropical forests - lowland wet forests, seasonal forests, cloud forests, bamboo forests, mangrove forests, and monsoon forests. The biodiversity in these areas is incredibly diverse. "Tropical Forests" examines the wealth of resources found in this biome, introducing the ecosystems of the forests and explaining the importance of forest layers, food chains, and much more. An essential introduction to tropical forests, this book discusses everything about this ecosystem - from geology to animal life to conservation. This volume concludes by examining threats to these environments, including clearing the areas for farmland, logging, slash-and-burn farming, soil erosion, and soil exhaustion. Ways to manage these threats and promote conservation of tropical rainforests are also clearly presented.

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