Unit 3: Earth's Biomes

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What is net primary productivity in aquatic ecosystems related to?

Back

Available sunlight.

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How do ecologists divide the photic zone of a lake?

Back

Based on the distance from the shore.

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What does a climatograph show at letter A?

Back

Moist conditions.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What salinity level is considered brackish?

Back

15 ppt.

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What describes the average conditions, including temperature and precipitation, over a long period of time for a particular area?

Back

Climate.

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What is the definition of a biome?

Back

A large ecological area on the Earth's surface, with flora and fauna adapting to their environment.

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What are the two main types of aquatic biomes?

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Freshwater and marine.

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What is the photic zone?

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The upper layer of a body of water that receives enough sunlight for photosynthesis.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the significance of salinity in aquatic ecosystems?

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It affects the types of organisms that can live in the water.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Front

What is a climatograph?

Back

A graphical representation of the average temperature and precipitation in a specific area over time.