Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographical area characterized by specific climate conditions, plants, and animals.

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Which biome has the least amount of biodiversity?

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Desert.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is the largest land biome?

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Coniferous forest (taiga).

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In which biome would you find giraffes and elephants?

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Savanna.

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In which biome would you find Tennessee?

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Deciduous forest.

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Which biome is the driest?

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Desert.

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What are the main characteristics of a desert biome?

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Deserts are characterized by low rainfall (less than 10 inches a year), extreme temperatures, and sparse vegetation.

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What type of vegetation is commonly found in a savanna?

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Savannas typically have grasses and scattered trees.

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What is the climate like in a tundra biome?

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The tundra biome has cold temperatures, low precipitation, and a short growing season.

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What defines a deciduous forest biome?

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Deciduous forests are characterized by trees that lose their leaves in the fall and have four distinct seasons.