Classification of Biomes
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Why are estuaries important for fish and other animals?

  • To offer protection from predators
  • To provide a peaceful environment for resting
  • To act as nurseries for reproduction (correct)
  • To serve as a source of fresh water
  • What is a negative impact of development along estuaries?

  • Increased oxygen levels in the water
  • Enhanced biodiversity in the area
  • Detrimental effects on populations relying on estuaries (correct)
  • Decreased pollution levels in the water
  • What type of animals are commonly found in the chaparral biome?

  • Lions and elephants
  • Rattlesnakes and coyotes (correct)
  • Dolphins and whales
  • Polar bears and penguins
  • Where are foothills typically located?

    <p>At the base of mountains</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes extreme desert biomes from polar ice caps?

    <p>Cold and dry conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the Western side of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range receive more precipitation?

    <p>Because of higher elevation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of biome can you find drought-resistant plants like California Sagebrush?

    <p>Chaparral biome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is pollution in estuaries harmful to the food chain?

    <p>It disrupts the balance and can harm organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes foothills from highlands within the mountain ranges?

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

    What is a characteristic of plants in chaparral biomes?

    <p>Drought resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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