Biomes

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What biome has permafrost?

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Tundra

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What is the term for the number of different species of plants and animals?

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Biodiversity

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Which biome is also known as coniferous or boreal forest and is the largest terrestrial biome on earth?

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Taiga

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What biome exists where there is heavy rainfall all year round and has the world's highest biodiversity?

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Tropical rainforest

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What biome covers 75% of earth and can be found in or near each continent?

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Aquatic

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What is the primary characteristic of a desert biome?

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Low precipitation and extreme temperature variations.

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What biome is characterized by grasslands with few trees and is often found in regions with seasonal rainfall?

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Grassland

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What is the main factor that differentiates a tropical rainforest from other biomes?

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Consistently high temperatures and heavy rainfall throughout the year.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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It enhances ecosystem productivity and stability.

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What biome is known for its distinct four seasons and a variety of deciduous trees?

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Temperate forest