Natural Vegetation and Wildlife

What is the average annual rainfall in a tropical rainforest?

• 500 to 600 centimeters

• 100 to 150 centimeters

• 50 to 100 centimeters

• 250 to 400 centimeters

Name one animal species that is commonly found in grasslands and savannas.

• Penguin

• Zebra

• Kangaroo

• Polar bear

What are some of the adaptations of plants in desert vegetation?

• Deep root systems, reduced leaf surface area, water-storing tissues, and waxy coatings

• Tall and broad leaves for maximum sunlight absorption

• Shallow root systems to access surface water

• Thin and delicate stems for efficient water absorption

What are deciduous forests known for?

• Trees that are always covered in snow

• Trees that never lose their leaves

• Trees that shed their leaves annually

• Trees that only grow in cold climates

Name one marine wildlife species that is endangered.

• Blue whale

• Sea turtle

• Dolphin

• Great white shark

What are the layers of a tropical rainforest?

• Emergent layer, canopy layer, understory layer, and forest floor

• Top layer, middle layer, bottom layer, and ground layer

• Upper layer, middle layer, lower layer, and base layer

• High layer, mid layer, low layer, and ground layer

What is the main type of grass found in grasslands?

• Bermudagrass

• Wheatgrass

• Shortgrass

• Tallgrass

How do plants in desert vegetation conserve water?

• Shedding leaves to reduce water loss

• Regular watering from nearby rivers

• Absorbing water through the air

• Deep root systems, thick waxy coatings on leaves, and water storage in stems and leaves

What is the significance of deciduous forests?

• They provide habitat for a diverse range of plant and animal species, help in maintaining ecological balance, and contribute to the overall health of the environment.

• They have no ecological significance

• They are not important for the environment

• They contribute to air pollution

Name one endangered species found in the Amazon rainforest.

• Jaguar

• Kangaroo

• Polar bear

• Elephant