Biomes

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What is a biome characterized by very little rainfall and many species of cacti and reptiles?

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Desert

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What biome is characterized by extremely cold temperatures and a layer of permanently frozen subsoil?

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Tundra

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What is the term for the permanently frozen layer of subsoil found in tundra biomes?

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Permafrost

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What type of trees are known for dropping their leaves in the fall?

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Deciduous trees

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What biome is characterized by dense forests and high levels of rainfall?

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Tropical Rainforest

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What is the primary characteristic of a savanna biome?

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Grasslands with scattered trees and seasonal rainfall.

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Which biome is known for its cold winters and warm summers, often found in the temperate zone?

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Temperate Forest

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What is the main difference between a desert and a tundra biome?

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Deserts are dry with little rainfall, while tundras are cold with permafrost.

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What type of vegetation is commonly found in a grassland biome?

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Grasses and few trees.

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What biome is characterized by high altitudes and low temperatures, often found in mountainous regions?

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Alpine