Biomes terrestial and aquatic Quiz

Which biome is characterized by the presence of coral reefs?

• Freshwater biome

• Marine biome

• Terrestrial biome

• Desert biome

Answer explanation

Coral reefs are characteristic of the Marine biome, making it the correct choice.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What is the primary difference between the desert and rainforest biomes shown in Figure 9.3?

• The desert has more visible plants.

• The rainforest has more visible plants.

• The desert is closer to the equator.

• The rainforest is closer to the equator.

Answer explanation

The primary difference is that the rainforest has more visible plants compared to the desert biome shown in Figure 9.3.

Which of the following is NOT a type of aquatic biome?

• Freshwater biome

• Marine biome

• Terrestrial biome

• Estuary

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Terrestrial biome because it is not a type of aquatic biome, unlike Freshwater biome, Marine biome, and Estuary.

What does Figure 9.7 in the image show?

• The types of trees in different biomes

• The locations of Earth's 13 major terrestrial biomes

• The average rainfall in different biomes

• The temperature ranges in different biomes

Answer explanation

The image shows the locations of Earth's 13 major terrestrial biomes, as indicated by Figure 9.7.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which biome has high precipitation and hot temperature?

• Desert

• Tropical Rain Forest

• Tundra

• Boreal Forest

Answer explanation

The Tropical Rain Forest biome has high precipitation and hot temperatures, making it the correct choice for the given question.

Which type of climate usually has the best soil for plant growth?

• Arid climates

• Semi-arid climates

• Temperate climates

• Tropical climates

Answer explanation

Temperate climates usually have the best soil for plant growth due to their moderate temperatures and balanced moisture levels, providing optimal conditions for plant growth.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

What are the primary producers in standing freshwater biomes?

• Fish and amphibians

• Plankton and plants

• Birds and mammals

• Insects and reptiles

Answer explanation

The primary producers in standing freshwater biomes are plankton and plants, as they are responsible for converting sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

What is the main food source for zooplankton?

• Nekton

• Benthos

• Phytoplankton

• Fish

Answer explanation

The main food source for zooplankton is Phytoplankton.

Geoloigcal locations of biomes are a very imoportant piece of the biodiversity, where are coral reefs located

• nerite zone(coastal sites)

• deep ocean

• open ocean

• Coniferous forest