Biomes Review

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What is the coldest biome on Earth characterized by extreme temperatures and limited plant and animal life?

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Tundra

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Which biome is known for its warm and humid climate, high biodiversity, and receives more than 80 inches of rain per year?

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Tropical rainforest

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Define a biome.

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A biome is a region of Earth characterized by its geographical location and ecological similarity.

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What type of aquatic biome is characterized by standing water and includes ecosystems such as ponds and lakes?

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Freshwater biome

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What are the bodies of saltwater that cover almost 3/4 of the Earth's surface and have the highest salinity?

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Marine biome

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Name the biome that is characterized by a hot, dry climate and sparse vegetation, often found in regions like deserts.

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Desert biome

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What biome is characterized by four distinct seasons and a variety of trees that lose their leaves in the fall?

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Temperate deciduous forest

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Which biome is known for its grasslands and few trees, often found in regions with low rainfall?

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Grassland biome

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What is the primary factor that differentiates biomes from one another?

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Climate, including temperature and precipitation.

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What type of biome is characterized by permafrost and low-growing vegetation?

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Tundra biome