12/6 Biomes

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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.

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What are the main characteristics of the tundra biome?

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The tundra biome is characterized by cold temperatures, a short growing season, and permanently frozen ground (permafrost). It has very few trees or large plants.

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What type of vegetation is found in grasslands?

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Grasslands are primarily covered with grasses and have few trees or large shrubs.

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How much precipitation do deserts typically receive?

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Deserts typically receive less than 10 inches of precipitation annually.

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What is an apex predator?

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An apex predator is a predator at the top of a food chain, with no natural predators of its own.

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Which animal is considered an apex predator in the savanna biome?

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Lions are considered apex predators in the savanna biome.

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What biomes would you encounter traveling from the North Pole to the equator?

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You would encounter tundra, then grassland, and finally tropical rainforest.

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What is the primary climate characteristic of the desert biome?

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The desert biome is characterized by very low precipitation and extreme temperature variations.

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What type of biome is characterized by high biodiversity and dense vegetation?

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The tropical rainforest biome is characterized by high biodiversity and dense vegetation.

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What is permafrost?

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Permafrost is a thick subsurface layer of soil that remains frozen throughout the year, found in tundra regions.