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Which of the following characteristics is LEAST likely to be found in the abyssal zone of a marine biome?
Which of the following characteristics is LEAST likely to be found in the abyssal zone of a marine biome?
- Dependence on heterotrophic organisms
- High water pressure
- Absence of sunlight
- Well-developed eyes in animals (correct)
Which terrestrial biome is characterized by coniferous evergreen trees with needle-like leaves?
Which terrestrial biome is characterized by coniferous evergreen trees with needle-like leaves?
- Tundra
- Grassland
- Deciduous forest
- Taiga (correct)
If a species of plant is discovered that thrives in areas with periodic forest fires, to which biome would it most likely belong?
If a species of plant is discovered that thrives in areas with periodic forest fires, to which biome would it most likely belong?
- Tropical Rain Forest
- Tundra
- Desert
- Chaparral (correct)
Why is the open ocean considered a nutrient-poor environment compared to land?
Why is the open ocean considered a nutrient-poor environment compared to land?
Which zone of the marine biome is MOST affected by both periods of submersion and exposure to air and sunlight?
Which zone of the marine biome is MOST affected by both periods of submersion and exposure to air and sunlight?
Which of the following biomes is characterized by having the highest biodiversity?
Which of the following biomes is characterized by having the highest biodiversity?
How do the broad leaves of trees in a tropical rain forest impact the biome's lower regions?
How do the broad leaves of trees in a tropical rain forest impact the biome's lower regions?
Which of the following animals is LEAST likely to be found in a tundra biome?
Which of the following animals is LEAST likely to be found in a tundra biome?
How does the large volume of water in marine biomes contribute to their temperature stability?
How does the large volume of water in marine biomes contribute to their temperature stability?
What is a primary difference between a river and a pond within a freshwater biome?
What is a primary difference between a river and a pond within a freshwater biome?
Flashcards
What are Biomes?
What are Biomes?
Large regions on Earth, distribution depends on rainfall and temperature.
What are Aquatic Biomes?
What are Aquatic Biomes?
Aquatic Biomes are water-based environments. Includes marine and freshwater.
What is the Marine Biome?
What is the Marine Biome?
Largest biome, covers 3/4 of Earth, stable temperature, supplies food and oxygen.
What is the Intertidal Zone?
What is the Intertidal Zone?
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What is the Neritic Zone?
What is the Neritic Zone?
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What is the Abyssal Zone?
What is the Abyssal Zone?
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What is River or Stream?
What is River or Stream?
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What is the Tundra?
What is the Tundra?
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What is the Taiga?
What is the Taiga?
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What is the Deciduous Forest?
What is the Deciduous Forest?
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Study Notes
- Very large regions of Earth
- Distribution depends on rainfall and temperature
Aquatic Biomes
- Main type of biome
Marine Biome
- The largest biome
- Covers 3/4 of Earth's surface
- Most stable biome due to water's heat absorption capacity and enormous volume
- Temperatures vary little
- Provides most of Earth's food and oxygen
- Open oceans are nutrient-poor compared to land
Zones of the Marine Biome
- Intertidal zone: Animals withstand drought and rely on autotrophs
- Neritic zone: Extends from the intertidal zone to the continental shelf
- Abyssal zone: Animals are heterotrophic and do not need well-developed eyes since it is an aphotic zone
Fresh Water Biome
- Rivers and streams that move in one direction
- Ponds, lakes, and swamps
Terrestrial Biomes
- Main type of biome
Tundra
- In North
- Characterized by ice, frozen soil, and small plants close to the ground
- Animals: Caribou and white bears
Taiga
- South of the tundra
- Characterized by coniferous evergreen trees with needle-like leaves
- Animals: Moose
Deciduous Forests
- Leaves fall
- Characterized by cold and hot weather and maple trees
- Animals: Black bears and squirrels
Grassland (Savanna)
- Characterized by prairie and grasses
- Provides most food
- Animals: Elephants, giraffes, zebras, lions, and bison
Tropical Rain Forest
- Characterized by tall, broad-leaved trees that form a canopy
- Canopy prevents light from reaching lower regions
- High precipitation and high temperature
- Has the highest diversity
- Animals: Reptiles and insects
Desert
- Characterized by dry and hot areas
Chaparral
- Characterized by shrubland where forest fires occur
- Example: Shrubland in California
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