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Why are the Equatorial forests called the lungs of the world? - Geography

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Why are the Equatorial forests called the lungs of the world?

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  • They give out maximum oxygen.

  • They take in minimum carbon dioxide.

  • Both give out maximum oxygen, and they take in minimum carbon dioxide

  • Neither do they give out maximum oxygen, nor do they take in minimum carbon dioxide.

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Solution

Neither do they give out maximum oxygen, nor do they take in minimum carbon dioxide.

Explanation:

Equatorial rainforests are called the “lungs of the world” because their vast, dense vegetation absorbs large amounts of carbon dioxide and releases oxygen through photosynthesis, so they function like a giant biological machine regulating atmospheric gases.

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Chapter 18: Natural Regions of the World - SOLVE AND SCORE [Page 209]

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Rachna Sapra Geography [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 18 Natural Regions of the World
SOLVE AND SCORE | Q A. 7. | Page 209
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