Biomes 2

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What is the tundra biome characterized by?

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The tundra biome is characterized by being a treeless region in the far north, with harsh, cold winters and extremely short summers.

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What type of trees are predominant in Virginia's biome?

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Deciduous trees are predominant in Virginia's biome.

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True or False: Each biome has a unique set of organisms adapted to its environment.

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True.

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What is another name for the boreal forest?

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The boreal forest is also called the 'taiga'.

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What defines a savanna biome?

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A savanna biome is characterized as a type of tropical grassland with widely scattered trees and herds of hoofed animals.

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What are the main characteristics of a biome?

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Biomes are defined by their climate, vegetation, and the organisms that inhabit them.

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Name three major types of biomes.

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Three major types of biomes are terrestrial biomes, aquatic biomes, and desert biomes.

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What is the primary climate characteristic of a desert biome?

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The primary climate characteristic of a desert biome is low precipitation, leading to arid conditions.

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How do organisms adapt to their biome?

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Organisms adapt to their biome through physical, behavioral, and physiological changes that enhance their survival in specific environmental conditions.

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What role do temperature and precipitation play in defining a biome?

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Temperature and precipitation are key factors that determine the types of vegetation and animal life that can thrive in a biome.