FQ 16 - pgs 78-85 11/12

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What type of trees are predominantly found in tropical dry forests?

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Deciduous trees.

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In which region are temperate broadleaf forests NOT found?

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Southern Africa.

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What is the term for the cycle of air movement from the equator to 30 degrees north or south?

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Hadley cell.

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What is the highest typical level of desert productivity relative to tropical rainforests, expressed as a percentage?

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Five percent.

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Which organism is responsible for producing most of the energy available to freshwater communities?

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Phytoplankton.

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What are the main characteristics of tropical dry forests?

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They are characterized by deciduous trees that shed leaves during dry seasons.

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What climatic conditions are typically associated with temperate broadleaf forests?

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They experience four distinct seasons with warm summers and cold winters.

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What is the significance of the Hadley cell in climate patterns?

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It helps explain the distribution of tropical and subtropical climates.

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How does desert productivity compare to that of tropical rainforests?

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Desert productivity is significantly lower, typically around five percent of that of tropical rainforests.

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What role do phytoplankton play in aquatic ecosystems?

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They are primary producers that convert sunlight into energy, forming the base of the food web.