Forests cover 31% of the world's land and play an important ecological, economic, and environmental role. Forest ecosystems involve the interdependent relationships between plants, animals, and the environment without human interference. There are three main types of forest ecosystems: temperate, boreal/taiga, and tropical rainforests. Forests store and collect water, hold soil to maintain its health, and balance greenhouse gas emissions by absorbing carbon dioxide. They also contain medicinal herbs that are exported for trade and profit. Forests regulate climate, purify air, and control pollution by reducing greenhouse emissions, absorbing noise, and maintaining soil health.