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Biome Components and Factors Quiz

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What are the three main components that make up a biome or environment?

Climate, latitude, soil type (correct)

Latitude, ocean currents, air movement

Sunlight, soil quality, landscape

Vegetation, ecosystem, landform

Which two broad categories make up a biome?

Hydrosphere and climate

Abiotic and biotic (correct)

Flora and fauna

Lithosphere and atmosphere

What is the primary factor that influences soil development rates?

Position on the continent

Orographic rainfall

Ocean currents and air movement

Permafrost or permanently frozen soil (correct)

Which factor primarily determines the growing conditions and vegetation in a biome?

Climate and weather patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of energy for biomes?

Sun Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors does NOT directly influence the climate of a biome?

Soil quality Signup and view all the answers

What are the main factors that determine soil characteristics?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why are hot and humid climates considered the best for soil types?

Because erosion is more rapid when moisture content is higher and organic material decomposes at higher temperatures Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between topsoil and subsoil?

Subsoil is richer in minerals and lighter in color, while topsoil is darker and contains more decomposed organic matter Signup and view all the answers

How does the position on a continent (continentality) affect precipitation?

Air masses collect more water from the sea closer to the coast, leading to higher precipitation Signup and view all the answers

How do mountain ranges affect precipitation patterns?

Mountain ranges block the movement of air masses, causing precipitation on the windward side and creating a rain shadow on the leeward side Signup and view all the answers