Biomes Review

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What biome is characterized by permafrost?

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Tundra

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Which biome receives the most rainfall per year?

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Tropical rainforests

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What biome has trees that drop their leaves in the fall?

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Temperate deciduous forest

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What is weather?

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Day to day atmospheric conditions

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What is the correct order for primary succession?

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Pioneer species, intermediate species, and climax community

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What is a biome?

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

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What are the main characteristics of the taiga biome?

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Cold climate, coniferous trees, and long winters.

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What defines a desert biome?

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Low precipitation, extreme temperatures, and sparse vegetation.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather.

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What type of vegetation is found in grasslands?

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Grasses and few trees, adapted to dry conditions.