Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large area characterized by specific vegetation, soil, climate, and wildlife.

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What are the four main characteristics of a biome?

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Vegetation, Soil, Climate, and Wildlife.

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Which biome has long, cold winters and is found across North America, Europe, and Asia?

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Taiga.

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What type of biome is characterized by plants and grasses but no trees?

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Grassland.

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Which biome has the largest diversity of plant and animal species?

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Tropical Rainforest.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What biome is known for having many species of cacti and reptiles with very little rainfall?

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Desert.

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What is the climate like in a tundra biome?

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Cold with short summers and long winters.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What type of vegetation is typically found in a savannah biome?

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Grasses with scattered trees.

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What is the primary characteristic of a desert biome?

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Very little rainfall.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Which biome is known for its deciduous trees that lose leaves in winter?

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Deciduous Forest.