Questions and Answers
Which human action has not led to significant changes in Earth's biomes? a. agriculture b. burial practices c. pollution d. large-scale fishing
How is human impact on the tundra and the rainforests similar? a. Both have been impacted by oil drilling and mining. b. Both have been impacted by logging and mining. c. Both have been impacted by overgrazing and radioactive pollution. d. Both have been impacted by agriculture and oil drilling.
Biomes can be classified geographically.
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Humans evolved in the Eocene period.
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Typically, biomes are not classified solely by temperature, but rather the overall climate.
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Over extremely long periods of time, this movement creates new _______. a. biomes b. plates c. atmospheric layers d. elements.
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How was the Cretaceous period different from the Jurassic period? a. The Jurassic period had angiosperms, while the Cretaceous did not. b. Pangaea split during the Jurassic period. c. There were dinosaurs in the Jurassic period, which went extinct in the Cretaceous period. d. Conifers and ferns were present in the Jurassic period, but not in the Cretaceous period.
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Which of the following biomes are considered temperate biomes? a. deciduous forests and grasslands b. chaparral and tundra c. rainforest and tundra d. alpine and deciduous forests.
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Study Notes
Human Impact on Biomes
- Significant changes to Earth's biomes arise from agriculture, pollution, oil drilling, and large-scale fishing, with burial practices having minimal impact.
- Both tundra and rainforests experience similar human impacts, primarily from oil drilling and mining activities.
- Logging is not a major impact on the tundra compared to oil drilling, overgrazing, or mining.
Classification of Biomes
- Biomes are geographically classified, indicating distinct regional ecosystems.
- Biomes are categorized based on overall climate rather than just temperature fluctuations.
Geological Activity
- Earth's continents drift on tectonic plates due to convection currents originating from the Earth's core, influencing the formation of new biomes over millennia.
Historical Context
- The Cretaceous period saw the extinction of dinosaurs, which were prevalent during the Jurassic period, marking a significant evolutionary transition.
- Temperate biomes include deciduous forests and grasslands, highlighting a range of ecosystems that adapt to moderate climates.
Miscellaneous Facts
- Humans did not evolve during the Eocene period, which is essential for understanding human evolutionary timelines.
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Explore the essential characteristics of Earth’s biomes through engaging flashcards. This quiz addresses human impacts on various ecosystems such as tundra and rainforests. Test your knowledge and understanding of how different human actions affect biodiversity.
