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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large region of Earth characterized by its geographical location and ecological similarity, including climate, soil, plants, and animals.

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What are terrestrial biomes?

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Terrestrial biomes are biomes that are found on land, such as forests, deserts, and grasslands.

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What is a freshwater biome?

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A freshwater biome is an aquatic biome characterized by standing or flowing water, including ecosystems like ponds, lakes, rivers, and wetlands.

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What is a deciduous forest?

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A deciduous forest is a biome where trees lose their leaves seasonally, typically found in temperate regions.

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What is a savanna?

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A savanna is a grassland biome characterized by scattered trees and a warm climate, often found in Africa and South America.

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What is a taiga?

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The taiga, or boreal forest, is a biome characterized by coniferous forests, cold temperatures, and long winters.

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What is an estuary?

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An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

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What is a wetland?

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A wetland is a biome that is saturated with water, either permanently or seasonally, and supports aquatic plants.

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What is a marsh?

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A marsh is a type of wetland that is dominated by herbaceous plants, such as grasses and reeds.

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What is a bog?

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A bog is a type of wetland that accumulates peat, has acidic waters, and supports specialized plant species.