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Tundra Climate Quiz
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Tundra Climate Quiz

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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?

  • 12 months
  • 2–3 months
  • 4–6 months
  • 8–10 months (correct)
  • 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?

    <p>Only in the Northern Hemisphere, except for elevated mountain locations in the Southern Hemisphere and a portion of the Antarctic Peninsula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the predominant land surface in tundra climates?

    <p>Consists of permafrost, seasonally frozen soil, and ground ice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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.

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