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What is the characteristic vegetation of tundra climates?
What is the characteristic vegetation of tundra climates?
- Cacti and succulents
- Tall trees and dense underbrush
- Tropical rainforest plants
- Stunted sedges, mosses, dwarf shrubs, flowering plants, and lichens (correct)
How long is the land under snow cover in tundra climates?
How long is the land under snow cover in tundra climates?
- 12 months
- 2–3 months
- 4–6 months
- 8–10 months (correct)
What is the temperature range in the warmest month of tundra climates?
What is the temperature range in the warmest month of tundra climates?
- Consistently above 20°C (68°F)
- Below freezing point
- Varies widely from year to year
- Above 0°C (32°F), yet never warming above 10°C (50°F) (correct)
Where do tundra climates occur geographically?
Where do tundra climates occur geographically?
What is the predominant land surface in tundra climates?
What is the predominant land surface in tundra climates?
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Tundra vegetation
Tundra vegetation
Stunted sedges, mosses, dwarf shrubs, flowering plants, and lichens.
Tundra snow cover
Tundra snow cover
8-10 months.
Tundra warmest month temp
Tundra warmest month temp
Above 0°C (32°F), but never above 10°C (50°F).
Tundra Geography
Tundra Geography
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Tundra land features
Tundra land features
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Study Notes
Characteristics of Tundra Climates
- The characteristic vegetation of tundra climates is low-growing shrubs, grasses, mosses, and lichens.
- The land in tundra climates is under snow cover for 6-10 months of the year.
- The temperature range in the warmest month of tundra climates is above 0°C (32°F) but below 10°C (50°F).
- Tundra climates occur geographically in the Arctic, sub-Arctic, and high-latitude mountain regions.
- The predominant land surface in tundra climates is treeless, rolling, and rocky plains with numerous lakes and wetlands.
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Test your knowledge of tundra climates with this quiz! Explore the unique characteristics of tundra vegetation, cold temperatures, and short growing seasons. Challenge yourself with questions about permafrost, snow cover, and temperature ranges in these extreme environments.
