1
Q
Drugs
A
- More than 7000 drugs have their origin in TRF plants
- eg rosy periwinkle used to treat childhood leukemia is found in Madagascar.
2
Q
Oxygen
A
- TRF known as lungs of the world
- huge amounts of plant life produces oxygen as a by-product of photosynthesis
3
Q
Hardwood timber
A
- Timber can be used for construction,wood for fuel and ebony and rosewood have valuable properties for furniture
4
Q
Water
A
- Forests encourage infiltration meaning they produce clean water supplies that would otherwise be polluted
5
Q
Food
A
- For locals the forest is a source of meat or fruit and the soil can be sued to grow crops
