Terrestrial Biomes and Climate

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What is the main reason for the constant rainfall in tropical rainforests?

Proximity to the equator

Cold ocean currents surrounding the forest

Moisture-laden air rising due to high temperature (correct)

High temperature and low humidity

What is the estimated number of unknown insect species in tropical rainforests?

1,000 to 5,000

10,000 to 20,000

100,000 to 500,000

5 to 30 million (correct)

What is unique about the trees in tropical rainforests?

They are evergreen and have dense tops that block out most of the sun (correct)

They are coniferous and have adapted to cold temperatures

They are deciduous and shed their leaves seasonally

They are short and have a shallow root system

What is the primary reason for the lack of vegetation on the forest floor in tropical rainforests?

The dense tree tops block out most of the sun Signup and view all the answers

What is the main threat to tropical rainforests today?

Rapid human population growth Signup and view all the answers

What is the Olinguito?

A new mammal species found in the cloud forests of South America Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of ecosystem ecology?

The flow of energy and chemicals among biotic and abiotic components Signup and view all the answers

Which area of ecological research focuses on the exchanges of energy, materials, and organisms across multiple ecosystems?

Landscape Ecology Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of population ecology?

The factors affecting population size over time Signup and view all the answers

Which area of ecological research deals with the whole array of interacting species in a community?

Community Ecology Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of organismal ecology?

The structure, physiology, and behavior of an organism meeting environmental challenges Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific study of the interactions between organisms and the environment?

Ecology Signup and view all the answers

Where are Temperate Rain Forests typically found?

In scattered coastal areas with high rainfall Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Deserts?

Low annual precipitation Signup and view all the answers

How many types of Deserts are there?

3 Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Desert ecosystems?

Slow plant growth Signup and view all the answers

Where are Savannahs typically found?

In equatorial and subequatorial regions Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Chaparral?

Hot summers and cool winters Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Temperate Grasslands?

Highly seasonal precipitation Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by Aquatic Biomes?

71% Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Wetlands?

Supporting plants adapted to water-saturated soil Signup and view all the answers

What is the Intertidal Zone?

The area between high and low tides Signup and view all the answers