The Rainforest And You: The Benefits We Get From The Rainforest
32620
Reference & Education > Environmental
May 22, 2007
adrianadams
The Rainforest And You: The Benefits We Get From The Rainforest
Rainforests are forest locations that have very high rainfall measurements each year. The most well known rainforests are tropical rainforests found in Central America, Southeast Asia, parts of Australia and the Amazon region in Africa. Rainforests play a very important role in our daily life whether we are aware of it or not. For example, two thirds of the world's animal and plant species live in the rainforests. Millions of plants, animals and insects are currently living in the rainforests of the world waiting to be discovered. The majority of natural medicines available on the market today come from tropical rainforests. Between 70 and 80 percent of the world's population depends on plant medicines. Hundreds of prescription drugs are made in some part from plants found only in the rainforest, also. More than 20% of the oxygen in the world is produced in the Amazon rainforests alone. The Amazon Basin is also home to at least one fifth of the world's fresh water resources. There are an estimated 3,000 types of fruit that grow in the rainforests of the world. In the United States, only 200 different types of the available rainforest fruits are used. As you can see, much of the world's resources come from our rainforests. Even the U.S. National Cancer Institute confirms that many of the plants in the rainforest are effective in fighting cancer cells. At least one fourth of the active ingredients in cancer fighting drugs can be found exclusively in the rainforests of the world. Several companies and organizations are currently researching plants in the rainforests as possible cures for viruses, cancer and AIDS. A constant concern revolves around the destruction of the rainforests. Rainforests are destroyed so the trees can be used as timber and the land used for grazing cattle and for farming. However, due to the composition of the soil in a rainforest, the ground is not suitable for farming. Rainforests are much more useful to humans and to the earth if left intact. Valuable resources, such as plants, animals, fresh water and oxygen are destroyed and lost forever by rainforest destruction. The destruction of the rainforest is the leading cause of animal extinction. The Amazon River alone is home to more species of fish than can be found in the Atlantic Ocean. Our rainforests are vital to every part of our life from the air we breathe to the medicine we use for a headache. The rainforests are one part of the earth that we shouldn't take for granted or let it be destroyed for lack of knowledge.
Learn about Our Ecosystem & The Rainforest at http://www.paradiseearthonline.com/
send email to adrianadams
Write a Review
Add to My Favorite
Refer it to Friend
Report Article
Other links owned by this user
Dating is difficult enough, so trying to maintain a long distance relationship can be that much harder.
Category:
Drug abuse is not only seen in adults, it is also seen more and more in young teens. The problem seems to escalate every day.
Category:
Girls love jewelry. Guys love to look at girls with jewelry. Guys also love to see their girl ecstatic because he gave her jewelry.
Category:
When you finally make that decision to choose a home business opportunity, you need to realize that you're making a choice to dedicate your time, effort, and money to get yourself started in a home business.
Category:
In the past, pearl jewelry was typically perfectly round freshwater pearls knotted on silk cord. They were expensive, and only worn for fancy, dressed up occasions.
Category:
Fake ID's can be legal or illegal depending on how you attempt to use them. Fake ID's can be very fun if you are using them in that context.
Category:
Fabulous sunshine almost all year round combined with spectacular scenic beauty, pristine beaches and exotic foods make North Cyprus a much sought after destination.
Category:
Having reliable transportation is something that is important of you lead a busy lifestyle. Having your vehicle repaired by a professional can take time and plenty of money from your budget.
Category:
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a vital part to the success of any online business.
Category:
The illegal use of fake Ids is nothing new. Most people have heard stories of teenagers using fake IDs in order to help them obtain alcohol or cigarettes despite being too young to legally do so.
Category:
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a particular kind of major depression that recurs at definite times of the year; most commonly in the fall, from September through to November. The symptoms show signs of abating from around March through May.
Category:
Make the decision to stay with your business. An internet business has a lot of competition regardless of the market you are in.
Category:
Visiting the dentist regularly is an important aspect of overall health care. However, many people feel nervous about finding a good dentist.
Category:
Whether you live in a tropical climate and enjoy your pool year round, or if you regularly winterize your pool after enjoying it throughout the summer months, one thing is certain: pools must be kept clean.
Category:
Getting plenty of exercise is something we need to teach our children from a very young age. One of the best ways for them to get it while having fun is bike riding.
Category:
There must be over 1,000 websites where you can find funny videos. Many of these web sites will be glad to e-mail you their funny video of the day.
Category:
Are you a teenager that is considering purchasing or making your very own fake ID? Do you believe that making fake IDs is not only fun but a great way to engage in underage drinking and partying?
Category:
Fake Ids are a lot of fun, but they can get you into trouble if you use them the wrong way. However, when it comes to playing practical jokes, there is no better game to play then one that includes a fake id.
Category:
Other links at Reference & Education > Environmental
A recent set of decisions from the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit raises the prospect that market-based rate transactions, including billions of dollars worth of wholesale power contracts, entered into during the US West power crisis
Category:
Agriculture has a huge impact on the environment. Until the full impact of current agricultural practices are reflected in the shelf price of each product things will stay the same.
Category:
Chemical spray drift is something people should not tolerate. There are ways to complain and let companies know they cannot carelessly spew poisons into your life.
Category:
Over 1200 people turned up on June 5th in Sao Paulo, Brazil, for the "Ethanol Summit" -billed as the world's first ethanol "congress."
Category:
Many people do not fully understand the purpose and need for national parks, and in this article, we will address some of the most frequent questions about them.
Category:
Site Sponsor
Directory Statistics
Articles: 68252
Categories: 501
Yahoo Entertainment
