Ecology Biomes Quiz
13 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to Lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which type of biome is characterized by extreme cold temperatures and low biodiversity?

  • Tropical rainforests
  • Desert biomes
  • Tundra biomes (correct)
  • Temperate forests

Which marine environment is known for its high biodiversity and large expanse of water?

  • Mangrove areas
  • Open oceans (correct)
  • Estuaries and salt marshes
  • Tidal shores - coral reefs

Which type of freshwater ecosystem is a transition zone between rivers and oceans, with characteristic brackish water?

  • Wetlands
  • Rivers and streams
  • Estuaries and salt marshes (correct)
  • Lakes

In which biome would you expect to find grasslands and scattered trees, with a significant presence of herbivorous animals?

<p>Savanna biomes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which marine environment is dominated by trees and shrubs adapted to grow in saline coastal habitats?

<p>Mangrove areas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor plays a crucial role in determining the characteristics of different biomes?

<p>Distance from the equator (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of biome is characterized by long, cold winters and short summers, with coniferous trees as the dominant vegetation?

<p>Boreal forests (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which marine environment is known for its rich biodiversity and is dominated by coral formations?

<p>Coral reefs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of freshwater ecosystem is characterized by slow-moving or still water, supporting a variety of aquatic plants and animals?

<p>Lakes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which biome would you expect to find grasslands with scattered trees and herbivorous animals like zebras and antelopes?

<p>Savanna biomes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which marine environment is a transitional zone where freshwater from rivers meets the saltwater of oceans?

<p>Estuaries and salt marshes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of biome is characterized by hot temperatures, sparse vegetation, and adaptations to conserve water?

<p>Desert (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of marine environment is characterized by dense trees and shrubs adapted to grow in saline coastal habitats?

<p>Mangrove areas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

More Like This

Ecology Biomes and Ecosystems Quiz
4 questions
Ecology and Biomes Overview
9 questions

Ecology and Biomes Overview

LionheartedBrazilNutTree avatar
LionheartedBrazilNutTree
Ecology and Biomes Overview
8 questions

Ecology and Biomes Overview

VeritableWisdom5987 avatar
VeritableWisdom5987
Ecology, Biomes and Environmental Factors
5 questions
Use Quizgecko on...
Browser
Browser