Which of the Following Statements Is NOT True

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

• A)Rainforests regenerate slowly and cannot sustain slash-and-burn clearing.
• B)Humans depend on plants for food,wood,and medicines.
• C)Only a fraction of plant species have been tested as potential medicine sources.
• D)Local knowledge of rainforest plant communities has no impact on the production of new medicines.

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