Biomes

Front

What biome is characterized by hot summers, cold winters, diverse grasses, trees, and shrubs, and is common in the central US?

Back

Temperate grassland.

Front

Which biome consists of very low precipitation and can be either hot or cold?

Back

Desert.

Front

What biome is known for its grasses, shrubs, cold temperatures, and permafrost?

Back

Tundra.

Front

Which biome includes lakes, rivers, and streams and accounts for only 3% of the Earth’s water?

Back

Freshwater.

Front

What biome features warm weather year-round, a dry season, a rainy season, and diverse trees, shrubs, and grasses?

Back

Savanna.

Front

What are the main characteristics of a desert biome?

Back

Very low precipitation, extreme temperatures (hot or cold), and sparse vegetation.

Front

What is permafrost and in which biome is it commonly found?

Back

Permafrost is permanently frozen ground, commonly found in the tundra biome.

Front

What percentage of the Earth's water is freshwater?

Back

3%.

Front

What type of vegetation is typically found in a savanna biome?

Back

Diverse trees, shrubs, and grasses.

Front

How do temperate grasslands differ from deserts in terms of precipitation?

Back

Temperate grasslands receive more precipitation than deserts, supporting a variety of grasses and some trees.