Exploring Biomes and Their Features

What is a biome?

• A biome is a type of animal species.

• A biome is a large ecological area characterized by specific climate, plants, and animals.

• A biome is a weather pattern that occurs in a specific region.

• A biome is a small garden with various flowers.

Name the five major types of biomes.

• Savanna

• Tundra, Taiga, Temperate Forest, Grassland, Desert

• Rainforest

• Chaparral

What type of climate do grasslands typically have?

• Tropical climate with high humidity.

• Arid climate with little to no rainfall.

• Temperate climate with moderate rainfall.

• Polar climate with extreme cold temperatures.

What are the two types of grasslands?

• Bamboo grasslands and marsh grasslands

• Savanna grasslands and coastal grasslands

• Desert grasslands and alpine grasslands

• Temperate grasslands and tropical grasslands

Where are savannas primarily located?

• Africa, South America, and Australia

• Asia

• North America

• Antarctica

What is the scientific name of the Saguaro cactus?

• Cactaceae gigantea

• Carnegiea gigantea

• Carnegia cactus

• Saguaro gigantea

Which continent has the largest coverage of savannas?

• Africa

• Asia

• Antarctica

• South America

What characterizes a desert biome?

• Frequent rainfall and dense forests

• Consistent mild temperatures year-round

• Low precipitation, extreme temperature variations, sparse vegetation.

• High humidity and lush vegetation

How can biomes be further divided?

• Ecosystems and sub-biomes based on climate and vegetation.

• According to human population density.

• Based solely on animal species.

• By geographical location only.

What type of vegetation is dominant in grasslands?

• Shrubs

• Cacti

• Grasses

• Trees