APES BIOMES

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What biome is characterized by trees with broad leaves that fall off in winter?

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Temperate Seasonal (Deciduous) Forests

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What type of plants are well suited for life in a desert environment?

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Plants with spines and waxy leaves.

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What biome has grass but few trees due to fires, drought, and grazing?

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Temperate Grassland

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Which biome is characterized by low temperatures and low amounts of rainfall?

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Tundra

Front

What type of relationship does a tapeworm have with its host?

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Parasitism

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What are the main characteristics of a desert biome?

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Low rainfall, extreme temperatures, and specialized vegetation.

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What is the primary vegetation type found in tundra biomes?

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Mosses, lichens, and low shrubs.

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How do temperate grasslands differ from tropical grasslands?

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Temperate grasslands have a cooler climate and more distinct seasons.

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What adaptations do plants in the temperate deciduous forest have for winter?

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Broad leaves that change color and fall off to conserve water.

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What is the significance of fire in maintaining grassland ecosystems?

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Fire helps to control tree growth and promotes the growth of grasses.