Exploring Earth's Biomes

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Biome

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Large ecological area with distinct climate, flora, and fauna

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Characteristics of Tundra

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Cold, low biodiversity, permafrost, short growing seasons

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Examples of Forest Biomes

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Tropical rainforest, temperate forest, boreal forest

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Desert vs. Rainforest

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Deserts are arid with low precipitation; rainforests are humid with high precipitation

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Causes of Desertification

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Overgrazing, deforestation, climate change, poor irrigation practices

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Effects of Deforestation

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Loss of biodiversity, climate change, soil erosion, disruption of water cycles

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Characteristics of Grasslands

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Dominated by grasses, moderate rainfall, periodic fires, large herbivores

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Examples of Aquatic Biomes

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Freshwater (lakes, rivers), marine (oceans, coral reefs)

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Tropical vs. Temperate Forests

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Tropical forests are warm year-round; temperate forests have distinct seasons

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Causes of Coral Reef Degradation

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Pollution, overfishing, climate change, ocean acidification