What is the Tundra Biome?
Tundra Biome

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A cold, treeless region characterized by low temperatures, short growing seasons, and permafrost.
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What does 'permafrost' mean?
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A layer of permanently frozen subsoil found in the tundra.
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What is the primary characteristic of the sunlight in the tundra during summer?
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The sun does not set for an extended period, known as the 'midnight sun'.
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Name an animal that is commonly found in the tundra.
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Muskox.
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What is the significance of the 'midnight sun' in the tundra?
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It allows for continuous daylight during the summer months, affecting plant growth.
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What adaptations do tundra animals have for cold temperatures?
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Thick fur, fat layers, and behaviors like migration or hibernation.
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What type of vegetation is primarily found in the tundra?
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Low shrubs, mosses, lichens, and grasses.
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