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Biomes and Their Characteristics
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Biomes and Their Characteristics

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Which of the following is NOT a major terrestrial biome discussed in Week 1?

  • Desert
  • Grassland (correct)
  • Tropical rainforest
  • Tundra
  • Which of the following is NOT an aquatic biome discussed in Week 1?

  • Estuary
  • Freshwater
  • Marine
  • Coral reef (correct)
  • Which week focuses on the Arctic tundra biome?

  • Week 2 (correct)
  • Week 1
  • Week 3
  • Week 5
  • What is the main factor that influences biome distribution?

    <p>Precipitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which week explores the impact of human activities on tropical rainforest communities?

    <p>Week 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are biomes and what are their characteristics?

    <p>Biomes are large areas on Earth that have similar climate, vegetation, and animal life. They are characterized by specific temperature, precipitation patterns, and plant and animal adaptations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name and briefly describe three major terrestrial biomes discussed in Week 1.

    <p>The three major terrestrial biomes discussed in Week 1 are tundra, desert, and tropical rainforest. Tundra is a cold and treeless biome with low-growing plants. Desert is a hot and dry biome with sparse vegetation. Tropical rainforest is a hot and humid biome with a dense canopy of trees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name and briefly describe two aquatic biomes discussed in Week 1.

    <p>The two aquatic biomes discussed in Week 1 are freshwater and marine. Freshwater biome includes lakes, rivers, and ponds, while marine biome includes oceans and seas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors influence biome distribution?

    <p>The factors that influence biome distribution include temperature and precipitation. Different biomes have different temperature and precipitation patterns, which determine the type of vegetation and animal life that can thrive in a particular area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of Week 5?

    <p>The focus of Week 5 is on the desert biome. Students will investigate the adaptations of desert plants and animals to extreme temperature and limited water availability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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