Biomes Review

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What are marine biomes?

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Marine biomes are bodies of saltwater that cover almost 3/4 of the Earth's surface, including oceans and coral reefs. They have the highest salinity of all aquatic environments.

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Which biome is characterized by grasslands and scattered trees?

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The savanna is a biome characterized by grasslands with scattered trees, typically found in warm climates.

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What are aquatic biomes?

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Aquatic biomes are biomes that are found in water, including freshwater and marine environments.

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What is the tiaga biome?

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The tiaga biome is found at higher latitudes with a cold and dry climate, characterized by coniferous trees and snow as the primary form of precipitation.

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Which of the following is NOT a freshwater wetland?

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Estuary is NOT a freshwater wetland; it is a transition area between freshwater and marine environments.

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What defines a desert biome?

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A desert biome is defined by its extremely low precipitation, often less than 10 inches per year, and can be hot or cold.

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What is a tundra biome?

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The tundra biome is characterized by cold temperatures, low precipitation, and a short growing season, with permafrost present in many areas.

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What are the main types of freshwater biomes?

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The main types of freshwater biomes include lakes, rivers, ponds, marshes, swamps, and bogs.

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What is the difference between a marsh and a swamp?

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A marsh is a wetland dominated by herbaceous plants, while a swamp is a wetland dominated by woody plants like trees.

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What is biodiversity in the context of biomes?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a biome, including the number of species and their interactions within the ecosystem.

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