Biomes

What is a tundra biome?

• A cold, treeless area with low-growing vegetation, found in polar regions.

• A warm, forested area with high biodiversity, typically found near the equator.

• A dry, desert region with sparse vegetation and extreme temperatures.

• A mountainous region with high altitudes and varying climates.

How do human activities impact biomes?

• Human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and climate change can significantly alter and damage biomes.

• Human activities have no effect on biomes.

• Human activities only benefit biomes by increasing biodiversity.

• Human activities lead to the creation of new biomes.

What are the two biomes with the least precipitation?

• Rainforest and savanna biomes

• Tundra and desert biomes

• Temperate forest and grassland biomes

• Chaparral and alpine biomes

What is the difference between a lake and a river?

• A lake is a large body of standing freshwater, while a river is a flowing body of freshwater.

• A lake is a small body of moving saltwater, while a river is a large body of standing freshwater.

• A lake is a flowing body of saltwater, while a river is a large body of standing freshwater.

• A lake is a large body of freshwater that is always frozen, while a river is a small body of freshwater.

What role do biomes play in the ecosystem?

• Biomes are areas with similar climate and vegetation that have no impact on species diversity.

• Biomes provide habitats for different species, influencing biodiversity and ecological interactions.

• Biomes are only important for plant life and do not affect animal species.

• Biomes are regions that are solely defined by human activity and urban development.

What is an aquatic biome characterized by flowing fresh water?

• Lakes

• Rivers and streams

• Wetlands

• Ponds

What is the significance of biodiversity in biomes?

• Biodiversity is important for ecosystem stability, resilience, and the provision of resources.

• Biodiversity only affects the aesthetic value of biomes.

• Biodiversity has no impact on the survival of species in biomes.

• Biodiversity is primarily important for human recreation and tourism.

Which biome has the least biodiversity?

• Rainforest biome

• Grassland biome

• Desert biome

• Temperate forest biome

What is the largest land biome?

• Desert

• Grassland

• Coniferous forest (taiga)

• Tropical rainforest

What is a savanna?

• A type of desert with little vegetation.

• A grassland biome characterized by scattered trees and a warm climate, with seasonal rainfall.

• A dense forest with high rainfall and diverse wildlife.

• A coastal area with sandy beaches and saltwater.