The Sonoran Desert

Hot or cold, any place that receives less than 10 inches of rainfall in a year is called a desert.

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Match the Pollinator to the Flower

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Match the Pollinator to the Flower!

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Match the Pollinator to the Flower!

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What adaptation might an animal living in a desert habitat have?

• Ability to swim long distances

• Thick fur for warmth

• Ability to store water

• Brightly colored feathers

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In many desert ecosystems, days are hot and nights are cold. Water is scarce, so animals seek water wherever possible. The spines of a cactus are actually leaves adapted to conserve water. The cactus plants have also adapted to live in thin, sandy soil. Which of the following is a biotic component of a desert ecosystem?

• the thin, sandy soil

• the wide temperature range

• the scarcity of water

• the spiny cactus leaves

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Which of the following animals is adapted to live in desert habitats?

• Frog

• Camel

• Whale

• Bear

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What is the primary characteristic of desert habitats?

• High rainfall

• Dense vegetation

• Extreme dryness

• Cold temperatures

Desert ecosystems are primarily characterized by:

• High rainfall

• Low rainfall

• Dense vegetation

• Cold temperatures

What is a key characteristic of desert habitats?

• High humidity

• Lots of trees

• Very little rainfall

• Cold temperatures