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How is climate change related to African rainforests?
How is climate change related to African rainforests?
Examine the photo to identify factors that influence the climate of Ikenge. Then use the link to discover the answer the question. Finally use the dig deeper resource to gather information to understand the processes behind climate change.
Ikenge, Cameroon 9º 6' E/ 5º 16' N
Ikenge, Cameroon 9º 6' E/ 5º 16' N
Elevation: 1,500 feet Population N/A
Climate Type: Tropical
Climate Type: Tropical
Climate Outlook
Climate Outlook
Predicted climate change:
- Warmer temperatures
Climate Change Threat:
- Uncertain changes in rainfall
Climate Change Impact:
- Dependent on human actions in rainforests
Evaluate the AFR100 mitigation strategy for mitigating effects of deforestation and an adaptation strategy for rising temperatures and rainfall decreases.
Travel next to Queen-Maude-Land, Antarctica
Travel next to Queen-Maude-Land, Antarctica
Evaluate the AFR100 mitigation strategy for mitigating effects of deforestation and an adaptation strategy for rising temperatures and rainfall decreases.
Average Annual Precipitation: 39.37 in
Data are from nearest weather station to Ikenge, Cameroon.
Dig Deeper
Dig Deeper
Dig deeper into climate change and African rainforests by reading "Scientists Examine How African Rainforests will Fare as the Climate Changes."
Dig deeper into climate change and African rainforests by reading "Scientists Examine How African Rainforests will Fare as the Climate Changes."
Learn more about the role of tropical rainforests in the global carbon cycle at NASA Vital Signs. NASA finds good news about forests and carbon dioxide
Learn more about the role of tropical rainforests in the global carbon cycle at NASA Vital Signs. NASA finds good news about forests and carbon dioxide
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