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Previously how much of the Earth’s land surface was covered by the tropical rain forests?

A50 %

B14 %

C24 %

D35 %

Answer:

B. 14 %

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The forests occurring in tropical areas of heavy rainfall are known as tropical rain forests. It has abundant species of wildlife and vegetation. Previously 14 percent of the Earth’s land surface was covered by the tropical rain forests.


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