Biomes Vocabulary

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An aquatic biome where a river meets the ocean. When freshwater mixes with saltwater, it becomes brackish, or slightly salty.

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estuary

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Bodies of water surrounded by land with a salt content of less than 1%. They can be flowing or still. Includes: ponds, rivers, lakes

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freshwater

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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A biome is a region of earth characterized by its vegetation, soil, climate, and wildlife.

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biome

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Bodies of saltwater that cover almost 3/4 of the Earth's surface. These have the highest salinity of all aquatic environments. Includes: oceans, coral reefs.

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marine

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Forests that experience all four seasons and trees lose their leaves in the fall. Like Georgia!

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deciduous forest

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Plains in a tropical or subtropical region with tall grasses and some trees. Has a distinct rainy and dry season. Elephants, giraffes, and lions are found here.

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savanna

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Biomes that are found in water

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aquatic biomes

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Biomes that are found on land

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terrestrial biomes

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Flat, open areas dominated by grass with a warm and dry climate.

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grasslands

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Earth's coldest biome, less plant and animal life, and extreme temperatures.

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tundra