Way Cool Science II: Ecosystems and Biomes

The video explores ecosystems and biomes, highlighting their unique characteristics and the adaptations of plants, animals, and humans to different environments. It covers seven major biomes: Arctic tundra, coniferous forest, deciduous forest, desert, grasslands, aquatic, and rainforest. Each biome is described in terms of climate, flora, fauna, and human adaptation. The video also includes trivia questions to reinforce learning.

What is an ecosystem?

• None of the above

• A group of inorganic materials

• A community of plants, animals, and small organisms

• A collection of rocks and minerals

What are major ecosystems on Earth called?

• Biomes

• Vacation destinations

• Climate zones

• Life cycles

Which of the following is a characteristic of the Arctic tundra?

• Abundant rainfall

• Warm temperatures

• Permafrost

• Dense forests

What type of trees are found in the coniferous forest?

• Conifers

• Palm trees

• Mangroves

• Deciduous trees

Which biome experiences all four seasons?

• Grasslands

• Rainforest

• Deciduous forest

• Desert

What adaptation helps camels survive in the desert?

• Migration

• Fat storage in humps

• Thick fur

• Blubber

Which continent does not have grasslands?

• Antarctica

• Africa

• North America

• Asia

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by aquatic biomes?

• 50%

• 90%

• 25%

• 75%

Where can tropical rainforests be found?

• Near the poles

• Near the equator

• In deserts

• In grasslands

What is the main characteristic of a rainforest?

• Cold temperatures

• Constant rainfall

• Sparse vegetation

• Dry climate