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According to Model 1, which two biomes have the same amount of rainfall?
According to Model 1, which two biomes have the same amount of rainfall?
- Taiga and Temperature Deciduous Forest
- Tundra and Desert (correct)
- Tundra and Grasslands
- Desert and Tropical Rainforest
Which biome in Model 1 has the most rainfall?
Which biome in Model 1 has the most rainfall?
Tropical rainforest
Which biome has the highest average temperature?
Which biome has the highest average temperature?
Desert
Which two biomes have nearly the same average temperature?
Which two biomes have nearly the same average temperature?
Name the three different types of forests shown in Model 1.
Name the three different types of forests shown in Model 1.
What is another name for the coniferous forest?
What is another name for the coniferous forest?
What characteristic differentiates the tundra and the desert?
What characteristic differentiates the tundra and the desert?
Why might the tundra also be known as the 'frozen desert'?
Why might the tundra also be known as the 'frozen desert'?
What characteristic differentiates the grasslands and the temperature deciduous forest?
What characteristic differentiates the grasslands and the temperature deciduous forest?
What would be the most likely reason for the grasslands having grasses rather than trees as their dominant plant species?
What would be the most likely reason for the grasslands having grasses rather than trees as their dominant plant species?
Describe the relationship between temperature, rainfall, and the type of forest.
Describe the relationship between temperature, rainfall, and the type of forest.
What information is represented by the x-axis in Model 2?
What information is represented by the x-axis in Model 2?
What information is represented by the y-axis in Model 2?
What information is represented by the y-axis in Model 2?
How might the y-axis information in Model 2 be related to one of the data axes in Model 1?
How might the y-axis information in Model 2 be related to one of the data axes in Model 1?
Identify each of the six biomes found in North America: Tundra; Taiga; _____; _____; _____; _____
Identify each of the six biomes found in North America: Tundra; Taiga; _____; _____; _____; _____
Which latitudinal region contains the fewest number of species?
Which latitudinal region contains the fewest number of species?
List the biome(s) found in this latitudinal region.
List the biome(s) found in this latitudinal region.
Which latitudinal region contains the largest number of species?
Which latitudinal region contains the largest number of species?
List the biome(s) found in this latitudinal region.
List the biome(s) found in this latitudinal region.
What biome in North America has the highest biodiversity?
What biome in North America has the highest biodiversity?
What characteristics of this biome enable it to support such a high level of biodiversity?
What characteristics of this biome enable it to support such a high level of biodiversity?
What biome in North America has the lowest biodiversity?
What biome in North America has the lowest biodiversity?
What characteristics of this biome make it difficult for a high level of biodiversity to develop?
What characteristics of this biome make it difficult for a high level of biodiversity to develop?
What is the general trend of biodiversity in biomes as the latitude moves from the arctic region towards the equator?
What is the general trend of biodiversity in biomes as the latitude moves from the arctic region towards the equator?
What characteristics of the grasslands biome make it a critical source of food for the U.S. and other countries?
What characteristics of the grasslands biome make it a critical source of food for the U.S. and other countries?
Flashcards
Rainfall in Tundra and Desert
Rainfall in Tundra and Desert
Both Tundra and Desert biomes receive similar amounts of rainfall, despite their contrasting temperatures.
Highest Rainfall Biome
Highest Rainfall Biome
The Tropical Rainforest biome in North America is characterized by the highest rainfall among all other North American biomes.
Hottest Biome
Hottest Biome
The Desert biome has the highest average temperature compared to all other biomes.
Coniferous Forest Name
Coniferous Forest Name
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Types of Forests
Types of Forests
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Tundra vs. Desert Differentiator
Tundra vs. Desert Differentiator
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"Frozen Desert"
"Frozen Desert"
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Grasslands vs. Forests
Grasslands vs. Forests
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Why Grasslands have Grasses
Why Grasslands have Grasses
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Rainfall and Tree Size
Rainfall and Tree Size
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Model 2 Axes
Model 2 Axes
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Six Main Biomes
Six Main Biomes
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Lowest Species Diversity Region
Lowest Species Diversity Region
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Highest Biodiversity Biome
Highest Biodiversity Biome
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Why Rainforests are Diverse
Why Rainforests are Diverse
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Why Tundra has Low Diversity
Why Tundra has Low Diversity
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Biodiversity and Latitude
Biodiversity and Latitude
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Importance of Grasslands
Importance of Grasslands
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Study Notes
Rainfall and Temperature Patterns in Biomes
- Tundra and Desert receive the same amount of rainfall.
- Tropical rainforest has the highest rainfall among North American biomes.
- Desert has the highest average temperature of all biomes.
- Tundra and grasslands exhibit similar average temperatures.
Types of Forests
- Coniferous forest is also known as Taiga.
- Three forest types include Coniferous forest (Taiga), Temperate deciduous forest, and Tropical rainforest.
Climate Characteristics
- The primary differentiator between tundra and desert is the average temperature.
- Tundra is referred to as the "frozen desert" due to minimal precipitation and an average temperature of -10°C.
Grasslands vs. Forests
- The difference between grasslands and temperate deciduous forests lies in average precipitation levels.
- Grasslands support grasses over trees due to insufficient rainfall.
Relationship Between Climate and Forest Size
- Larger trees grow in regions with more rainfall, establishing a connection between temperature, rainfall, and forest size.
Biomes Representation
- Model 2 uses an x-axis to show trends in the number of species and a y-axis to denote distance from the equator (latitudinal regions).
- The distance from the equator correlates with temperature variations.
Biomes and Species Diversity
- Six biomes include Tundra, Taiga, Desert, Grasslands, Temperate deciduous forest, and Tropical rainforest.
- The Arctic region displays the fewest species, while the Tropical rainforest boasts the highest biodiversity.
Biodiversity in Biomes
- Tropical rainforest supports diverse species due to ample rainfall and rich plant life.
- Tundra has the lowest biodiversity, hampered by low rainfall, limited plant life, and extreme cold.
Biodiversity Trends
- Biodiversity tends to increase as latitude decreases, moving from the Arctic towards the equator.
Importance of Grasslands
- Grasslands serve as the "bread basket" for agriculture (grain farming) and animal farming in the U.S.
- Climate change may result in decreased rainfall and increased temperatures in grasslands, impacting food production capacities.
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