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Globio

Glossopedia: Tropical Rainforests

For Students 3rd - 8th
Tropical rainforests are found along the Earth's equator. They possess a very special climate and are an integral part of the planet's natural system. Climate, plant and animal life, and indigenous peoples are discussed. Additionally,...
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Bagheera

Bagheera: Tropical Rain Forests

For Students 9th - 10th
This site explores the value and diversity of tropical rain forests. Learn about the rate of decline of these natural wonders, the causes of deforestation, and more.
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Center for Innovation in Engineering and Science Education, Stevens Institute of Technology

Satellite Mapping of Tropical Forest Cover and Deforestation

For Students 9th - 10th
This review was formulated to offer recommendations to the United States Agency on International Development concerning global development practices with regard to deforestation activities. It suggests that satellite mapping of tropical...
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Other

Mongabay.com: Tropical Rainforests

For Students 9th - 10th
If you are interested at all in rainforests, this is an excellent place to further your learning. Read about the importance of rainforests, why they are disappearing, and plenty about both the animals and people who live in rainforests...
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American University

American University: Austria Timber Import Ban

For Students 9th - 10th
Cites an Austrian law that tried to limit tropical rainforest product imports through taxation and eco-labeling in order to slow the effects of deforestation due to export trade. The effort was met with so much economic opposition that...
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Science4Fun

Science4 Fun: Rainforest

For Students K - 1st
Illustrated resource explores rainforests including its layers, the different types, importance, and deforestation.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Laos: Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
Check this list of facts about the geography, climate, and land use about Laos from the CIA World Fact Book.
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Travel Document Systems

Tds: Burma (Myanmar): Geography

For Students 9th - 10th
Check out some quick facts about Burma. Learn its location, climate, natural resources, and environmental problems. From the CIA World Fact Book.