Terrestrial Biomes

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What biome is characterized by low temperatures and permafrost, where musk oxen and caribou are commonly found?

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Tundra

Front

How does the temperature range of the desert biome compare to that of the tundra biome?

Back

The desert has a wider temperature range than the tundra.

Front

What are the dominant plants found in grasslands?

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Tall grasses and sometimes fire-resistant trees or shrubs.

Front

What abiotic factors are typical of grasslands?

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Warm temperatures, seasonal rainfall, nutrient-rich soil, and frequent fires set by lightning.

Front

What biome is characterized by very low precipitation and extreme temperature variations?

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Desert

Front

What is the primary difference between the tundra and desert biomes in terms of moisture?

Back

Both are dry, but the tundra has more moisture due to its cold climate and permafrost.

Front

What type of vegetation is typically found in the tundra biome?

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Low-growing plants such as mosses, lichens, and small shrubs.

Front

What role do fires play in maintaining grassland ecosystems?

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Fires help to recycle nutrients and control the growth of woody plants, promoting the dominance of grasses.

Front

What is permafrost and where is it commonly found?

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Permafrost is a permanently frozen layer of soil found in the tundra biome.

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What adaptations do animals in the tundra have to survive the cold?

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Thick fur, fat layers, and behaviors such as migration or hibernation.