I consider myself a narra tree because I am also strong, and even when challenges arise in my life, I still cling to my family and friends who can assist me, and I do not give up quickly. I am a tree that stands tall. Like the branches of a tree, I learn and develop as my knowledge expands. And just like a tree, I provide shelter for other living things. People often say that trees are peaceful and quiet, but this is not true of all trees. Some species of tree are extremely aggressive and will fight each other for sunlight and water. These trees include the sycamore, maple, and beech. Others, such as the redwood and giant sequoia, tend to keep to themselves and don't interact much with others. Trees have long been used for food, building materials, and energy. The wood of some trees is very useful for cooking and baking. Trees also produce substances called "terpenes" which have many applications in medicine. For example, copaiba oil contains more than 70% terpenes, most of them similar to compounds found in cannabis plants! Finally, trees are important because they absorb carbon dioxide from the air and release it when they die. This is why scientists think that trees may be able to help reduce the effects of climate change. However, since people also use fossil fuels which contain carbon dioxide, they cannot completely escape the impact of global warming.