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What is the main goal of establishing a classroom social contract?
What is the main goal of establishing a classroom social contract?
- To create shared behavior expectations (correct)
- To promote competition among students
- To enforce strict disciplinary measures
- To limit student discussions
Which of the following is NOT one of the three pillars of respect in a classroom social contract?
Which of the following is NOT one of the three pillars of respect in a classroom social contract?
- Respect yourself
- Respect authority (correct)
- Respect others
- Respect the environment
In what way do climate factors primarily determine the characteristics of a biome?
In what way do climate factors primarily determine the characteristics of a biome?
- They govern the mineral composition of the soil
- They influence the survival of specific plant and animal species (correct)
- They establish the prevailing wind patterns within a biome
- They dictate the type of human activities that can occur
Which of the following is an example of a terrestrial biome?
Which of the following is an example of a terrestrial biome?
How do human activities negatively affect aquatic biomes?
How do human activities negatively affect aquatic biomes?
Which of the following factors does NOT influence climate?
Which of the following factors does NOT influence climate?
What is a key characteristic of biomes related to their climate?
What is a key characteristic of biomes related to their climate?
What type of question asks for an opinion regarding natural environments?
What type of question asks for an opinion regarding natural environments?
Flashcards
What is a biome?
What is a biome?
A large area of the Earth defined by its climate, plants, and animals.
What are the three main types of biomes?
What are the three main types of biomes?
The three main types of biomes are terrestrial (land), aquatic (water), and polar (very cold).
How does climate affect a biome?
How does climate affect a biome?
Climate determines the temperature and precipitation levels, which influence the types of plants and animals that can survive in the biome.
How have plants adapted to desert climates?
How have plants adapted to desert climates?
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How have humans adapted to desert environments?
How have humans adapted to desert environments?
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How do humans impact marine and freshwater biomes?
How do humans impact marine and freshwater biomes?
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What is climate, and how does it influence a biome?
What is climate, and how does it influence a biome?
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What factors influence climate?
What factors influence climate?
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Study Notes
Classroom Social Agreement
- Purpose: To create shared expectations for respectful and productive learning.
- Pillars of Respect:
- Self-respect
- Respect for others
- Respect for the learning environment
Natural Environments and Biomes
- Biome Definition: A large area characterized by specific climate, plants, and animals.
- Three Main Biome Types:
- Terrestrial (e.g., Forests)
- Aquatic (e.g., Oceans)
- Polar (e.g., Arctic)
- Climate Impact on Biomes: Climate dictates temperature and precipitation, thus influencing plant and animal life.
Human Adaptation and Impact
- Plant Adaptation (Desert): Thick stems for water storage, spines for reduced water loss.
- Human Adaptation (Desert): Homes for cooling, water conservation, sustainable living practices.
- Human Impact on Marine/Freshwater Biomes: Pollution, overfishing, habitat destruction, climate change, and invasive species introduction.
Climate and Environmental Factors
- Climate Definition: Average weather patterns (temperature and precipitation) of a location.
- Climate Influencing Factors:
- Latitude
- Altitude
- Distance from the sea
- Ocean Currents and Climate: Ocean currents (e.g., Gulf Stream) affect local temperatures, thereby affecting climate.
Critical Thinking and Inquiry
- Factual Question Example: What is the average rainfall in a rainforest biome?
- Debatable Question Example: Should humans intervene to protect endangered biome species?
- Conceptual Question Example: How do various biomes contribute to global biodiversity?
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