Chapter 6

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What is the dominant tree species in the boreal forest?

Back

Pine, Spruce, and Hemlock are dominant; Oak is not.

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What is the typical annual rainfall in deserts?

Back

Deserts typically receive less than 30 cm of rain per year.

Front

What happens to broad-leaf forests in mid-latitudes during winter?

Back

They lose their leaves.

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What are the coniferous forests of the Pacific coast known as?

Back

Temperate rainforest.

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What are the deepest ocean layers called?

Back

The deepest ocean layers are the Abyssal zone (to 4,000 meters) and Hadal zone (deeper than 6,000 meters).

Front

Define Boreal Forest.

Back

A forest biome characterized by coniferous trees, found in high-latitude regions.

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What is a Temperate Rainforest?

Back

A forest biome with high rainfall, moderate temperatures, and diverse plant life.

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What is the difference between Deciduous and Coniferous trees?

Back

Deciduous trees lose their leaves seasonally; coniferous trees have needle-like leaves and remain green year-round.

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What is the significance of the Epipelagic zone?

Back

It is the uppermost layer of the ocean, where sunlight penetrates and supports most marine life.

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What adaptations do plants in desert environments have?

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Plants have adaptations like deep roots, water storage, and reduced leaf surface area to minimize water loss.