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What adaptations do desert plants have to minimize water loss?
What adaptations do desert plants have to minimize water loss?
- Thick stems that store water and spines (correct)
- Large leaves for maximum sunlight
- Shallow root systems to quickly absorb rain
- Bright flowers to attract pollinators
What is a notable characteristic of animals that live in desert biomes?
What is a notable characteristic of animals that live in desert biomes?
- They migrate in search of cooler climates
- Many are nocturnal, becoming active at night (correct)
- They have adapted to build shelters underground
- Most are diurnal and active during the day
Which statement best describes the temperature variation in a desert biome?
Which statement best describes the temperature variation in a desert biome?
- Temperatures are consistent throughout the day.
- It is cool both day and night.
- Temperatures are similar to temperate regions.
- Day temperatures are extreme while night temperatures are cool. (correct)
Which of the following biomes is characterized by a large body of water?
Which of the following biomes is characterized by a large body of water?
How do camels adapt to desert conditions?
How do camels adapt to desert conditions?
What is the effect of increasing altitude on temperatures?
What is the effect of increasing altitude on temperatures?
How does latitude specifically influence the amount of sunlight a location receives?
How does latitude specifically influence the amount of sunlight a location receives?
Which statement about temperature and altitude is accurate?
Which statement about temperature and altitude is accurate?
What misconception might someone have regarding latitude's effect on climate?
What misconception might someone have regarding latitude's effect on climate?
What might be a consequence of decreasing altitude on the climate of a region?
What might be a consequence of decreasing altitude on the climate of a region?
Which resource is commonly generated by natural environments for human use?
Which resource is commonly generated by natural environments for human use?
What primary factor directly influences the climate characteristics of a biome?
What primary factor directly influences the climate characteristics of a biome?
Which of the following affects a biome's climate by altering ecological conditions?
Which of the following affects a biome's climate by altering ecological conditions?
What type of clothing do Eskimos traditionally wear that reflects their biome's resources?
What type of clothing do Eskimos traditionally wear that reflects their biome's resources?
In addition to latitude, which other factor is critical in determining a biome's climate?
In addition to latitude, which other factor is critical in determining a biome's climate?
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Biome Importance
Biome Importance
Biomes provide essential resources like food and shelter for people.
Eskimo Resources
Eskimo Resources
Eskimos utilize ice houses and furs for shelter and warmth.
Latitude's Effect
Latitude's Effect
Latitude, or distance from the equator, impacts biome climate.
Altitude's Effect
Altitude's Effect
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Climate Factors
Climate Factors
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Desert Biome Climate
Desert Biome Climate
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Desert Plant Survival
Desert Plant Survival
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Desert Animal Survival
Desert Animal Survival
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Forest Biome
Forest Biome
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Aquatic Biomes
Aquatic Biomes
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Altitude effect on temp
Altitude effect on temp
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Latitude and Sunlight
Latitude and Sunlight
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Equator and Sunlight
Equator and Sunlight
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More sunlight, higher temp
More sunlight, higher temp
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Latitude's Effect
Latitude's Effect
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