APES BIOMES FLASHCARDIZZ CHALLENGE
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a biome?
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A biome is a large geographic biotic unit, a major community of plants and animals with similar life forms and environmental conditions.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the main characteristics of the tundra biome?
Back
The tundra biome is characterized by cold temperatures, low precipitation, permafrost, and a short growing season.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-5
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is permafrost?
Back
Permafrost is a permanently frozen layer of soil found in polar regions and high mountain areas.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary reason for the formation of deserts at 30 degrees latitude?
Back
Deserts form at 30 degrees latitude due to constant high pressure, which inhibits cloud formation and precipitation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Coriolis effect?
Back
The Coriolis effect is the deflection of moving objects, such as air, to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere, caused by Earth's rotation.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the average temperature range in the tundra biome?
Back
The average temperature in the tundra biome typically ranges from -34°C in winter to 12°C in summer.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does climate change affect the tundra biome?
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Climate change can lead to thawing of permafrost, changes in vegetation, and impacts on wildlife habitats in the tundra biome.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-5
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
NGSS.MS-LS2-5
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