Biomes and Ecosystem Characteristics

The video explores various biomes, both terrestrial and aquatic, focusing on their defining characteristics, climate influences, and ecological significance. It covers tropical, temperate, and polar biomes, as well as marine and freshwater ecosystems, highlighting the diversity of life and environmental adaptations in each region.

What is the primary factor that determines the type of biome in a region?

• Plant diversity

• Animal species

• Climate

• Soil type

Which biome is characterized by warm temperatures and year-round rainfall?

• Desert

• Temperate Grassland

• Tundra

• Tropical Rainforest

What adaptation helps plants in tropical dry forests conserve water?

• Bright flowers

• Deep roots

• Thick bark

• Waxy leaves

Which factor primarily defines a desert biome?

• High temperatures

• Strong winds

• Low precipitation

• Sandy soil

What is a common adaptation of animals in temperate grasslands?

• Hibernation

• Camouflage

• Migration

• Nocturnal behavior

Which type of forest is known for having acidic, nutrient-poor soil?

• Savannah

• Boreal Forest

• Temperate Forest

• Tropical Rainforest

What is a characteristic feature of the tundra biome?

• High biodiversity

• Dense forests

• Permafrost

• Frequent fires

In marine ecosystems, what is the photic zone?

• The deepest part of the ocean

• The area where light penetrates

• The zone with the highest pressure

• The region with the most nutrients

What distinguishes a wetland from other freshwater ecosystems?

• Presence of flowing water

• Lack of plant life

• Water covers the soil for part of the year

• High salt content

What is an estuary?

• A type of desert

• A region where a river meets the sea

• A deep ocean zone

• A freshwater lake