AP Biology Review

What is the primary characteristic of Tropical Rainforests?

• Low levels of precipitation

• Extreme cold temperatures

• Sparse vegetation

• High levels of precipitation

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What type of trees shed their leaves in the fall in Deciduous Forests?

• Palm trees

• Deciduous trees

• Coniferous trees

• Evergreen trees

Which biome is also known as boreal forests?

• Desert

• Tundra

• Taiga

• Savanna

What is the term for the area where freshwater from rivers meets saltwater from the ocean in Estuaries?

• Brackish water zone

• Saltwater zone

• Estuarine zone

• Freshwater zone

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Which biome is predominantly found in the equatorial zone?

• Desert

• Tundra

• Taiga

• Rainforest

What adaptation do animals in the desert biome typically have to conserve water?

• Thick fur

• Nocturnal habits

• Webbed feet

• Long tails

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Which biome is characterized by seasonal droughts and fires, supporting a diversity of grasses and large herbivores?

• Savanna

• Desert

• Tundra

• Forest

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What feature is most characteristic of plants in the desert biome?

• Large leaves

• Thick, waxy skin

• Deep root systems

• Bright flowers

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Which biome is characterized by a wide variety of tree species and high biodiversity?

• Desert

• Tundra

• Rainforest

• Grassland

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What is the primary reason for the high productivity of estuaries?

• Low salinity levels

• High nutrient content

• Warm temperatures year-round

• Presence of mangroves