Consider the following statements Sun is the primary source of energy that causes changes in the weather. Tropical rainforests are found in Western Ghats and Assam in India. The major types of animals living in tropical rainforests are monkeys, apes, gorillas, tigers, elephants, leopards, and lizards. Which among the following above given statements are correct?

The correct answer is All of the above . Key Points All changes in the weather are caused by the sun. Hence statement 1 is correct. Even the energy sent out by the sun is so huge that it is the source of all heat and light on the earth. Energy absorbed and reflected by the earth’s surface, oceans and the atmosphere play important roles in determining the weather at any place. Important Points The tropical region has generally a hot climate because of its location around the equator. Days and nights are almost equal in length throughout the year. These regions get plenty of rainfall. An important feature of this region is the tropical rainforests. Tropical rainforests are found in the Western Ghats and Assam in India , Southeast Asia, Central America and Central Africa. Hence statement 2 is correct. Because of continuous warmth and rain, this region supports a wide variety of plants and animals. The major types of animals living in the rainforests are monkeys, apes, gorillas, tigers, elephants, leopards, lizards , snakes, birds and insects. Hence statement 3 is correct .