alleryWhy are tropical rainforests called a 'gene bank'?
AThey store rainwater
BThey hold unique genes
CThey hold fossil fuels
DThey record weather
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. They hold unique genes
Rainforests hold huge biodiversity and rich genetic resources, so they are called a gene bank.
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