17 Questions
Why is environmental temperature an important factor in the distribution of organisms?
All of the above
How does water availability affect species distribution?
Desert organisms conserve water through adaptations.
What happens to cells below 0°C?
They freeze and rupture.
How do most proteins respond above 45°C?
They denature.
Which of the following is true regarding oxygen availability in aquatic environments?
Oxygen concentrations can be low in deep oceans and deep lakes.
How does salt concentration impact organisms' water balance?
Salt concentration affects water balance through osmosis.
Which biome has the highest annual mean temperature?
Tropical forest
What is the annual mean temperature of the Northern coniferous forest biome?
0°C
In which biome would you find an annual mean temperature of 30°C?
Temperate broadleaf forest
Which biome exhibits an annual mean temperature of -15°C?
Arctic and alpine tundra
What is a common feature of terrestrial biomes in terms of temperature gradients?
They usually grade into each other without sharp boundaries
Which layering feature is mentioned as important in all terrestrial biomes?
Ground layer of herbaceous plants
What is the significance of a climograph according to the text?
It plots the temperature and precipitation in a region
How are biomes influenced by temperature and precipitation, as mentioned in the text?
By the pattern of temperature and precipitation through the year
Where is the Tropic of Capricorn located?
30°S
What is an essential aspect to understand about biomes, based on the text?
The types of animals characteristic of the biome
Why does the text suggest learning about the typical morphological, physiological, and/or behavioral adaptations of animals in biomes?
To comprehend how animals survive in different environments
This quiz discusses the general features of terrestrial biomes, how they are named based on physical or climatic factors, and how they transition into one another without distinct boundaries. It also provides information on the relationship between climate and the boundaries of different biomes.
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