Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographical area characterized by specific climate conditions, plants, and animals. Examples include deserts, forests, and tundras.

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What biome would you find a meerkat?

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Desert

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Which biome has the largest number of species of plants and animals?

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Tropical Rainforest

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What is a decomposer?

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A decomposer is an organism that breaks down dead organic material, returning nutrients to the ecosystem. Examples include fungi and bacteria.

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Which of the following is not a decomposer: Vulture, Fungus, Worm, Bacteria?

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Vulture

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What is permafrost?

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Permafrost is a layer of permanently frozen subsoil found in tundra biomes, where only the surface thaws in summer.

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What are biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living components of an ecosystem, such as climate, soil, water, and sunlight.

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What is the primary characteristic of a desert biome?

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Desert biomes are characterized by low precipitation, extreme temperatures, and sparse vegetation.

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What is the climate like in a tropical rainforest?

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Tropical rainforests have a warm climate with high humidity and receive a significant amount of rainfall throughout the year.