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Which biome is characterized by a cold climate with treeless terrain and frozen ground?
Which biome is characterized by a cold climate with treeless terrain and frozen ground?
- Desert
- Savanna
- Taiga
- Tundra (correct)
What describes the climate and vegetation found in the Chaparral biome?
What describes the climate and vegetation found in the Chaparral biome?
- Year-round warmth with heavy rainfall
- Cold with small vegetation and mountain ranges
- Hot and dry with mild winters, and is prone to fire and drought (correct)
- Frozen ground with no vegetation
Which biome is the largest and characterized by cold conditions?
Which biome is the largest and characterized by cold conditions?
- Taiga (correct)
- Alpine
- Tropical rainforest
- Temperate deciduous forest
In which biome would you typically find a tropical climate with grassland and few trees?
In which biome would you typically find a tropical climate with grassland and few trees?
Which of the following biomes experiences four distinct seasons and has a variety of trees?
Which of the following biomes experiences four distinct seasons and has a variety of trees?
Which biome is characterized by hot and dry conditions with a vegetation adapted to survive fire and drought?
Which biome is characterized by hot and dry conditions with a vegetation adapted to survive fire and drought?
Which of the following biomes features a tropical climate with little rainfall and scattered trees?
Which of the following biomes features a tropical climate with little rainfall and scattered trees?
What is a defining characteristic of the Desert biome?
What is a defining characteristic of the Desert biome?
Which biome is characterized by a cold climate, treeless terrain, and permanently frozen ground?
Which biome is characterized by a cold climate, treeless terrain, and permanently frozen ground?
Which biome has four distinct seasons and is rich in various tree species?
Which biome has four distinct seasons and is rich in various tree species?
Flashcards
Tundra
Tundra
A biome characterized by cold temperatures, little vegetation, and permafrost (permanently frozen ground).
Chaparral
Chaparral
This biome is defined by its hot and dry conditions with mild winters. It's also prone to fires and droughts.
Grassland
Grassland
A biome with vast, rolling terrain, few trees, and frequent fires. They receive moderate rainfall.
Tropical Rainforest
Tropical Rainforest
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Taiga
Taiga
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Alpine
Alpine
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Desert
Desert
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Savanna
Savanna
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Study Notes
Biome Characteristics
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Alpine: Mountainous, cold temperatures, limited vegetation.
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Chaparral: Hot and dry summers, mild winters, drought prone and fire prone, characterized by shrubs and small trees.
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Desert: Diverse temperatures (hot or cold), scarce vegetation, characterized by arid conditions.
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Grassland: Expansive, rolling terrain, few trees, susceptible to fires.
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Savanna: Grassland biome, scattered trees, tropical climate, low rainfall.
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Taiga: Cold temperatures, the largest biome, characterized by coniferous forests.
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Temperate Deciduous Forest: Four distinct seasons, rich tree diversity featuring species that lose their leaves annually.
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Tropical Rainforest: Consistent warm temperatures, consistent rainfall, and high biodiversity.
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Tundra: Cold temperatures, treeless, permanently frozen ground (permafrost).
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