Biomes

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What is a biome?

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Regions of Earth that are defined by their climate and the unique plants and animals that live there.

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What is permafrost?

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A characteristic feature of the tundra where only the surface thaws in the summer and refreezes in the winter, leaving a permanently frozen subsoil.

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In which biome would you find a meerkat?

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Desert.

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What type of trees are found in a temperate forest?

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Deciduous trees.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment testing how plant water intake affects a plant's growth?

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Amount of water.

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What defines a desert biome?

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A biome characterized by low precipitation, extreme temperatures, and sparse vegetation.

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What is the main characteristic of a tropical rainforest?

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High biodiversity and dense vegetation with a warm, humid climate.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the difference between a biome and an ecosystem?

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A biome is a larger area defined by climate and vegetation, while an ecosystem is a community of organisms and their environment.

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What are evergreen trees?

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Trees that retain their leaves throughout the year and do not shed them seasonally.