Biomes Review

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large area characterized by its climate, soil, plants, and animals. Examples include forests, deserts, and grasslands.

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What biome is known for having very low temperatures and little vegetation?

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Tundra is known for its very low temperatures and limited vegetation.

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What type of biome is the African Savanna?

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The African Savanna is considered a grassland biome.

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Which biome is characterized by wide-open fields of grass?

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Grasslands are characterized by wide-open fields of grass.

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What is permafrost?

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Permafrost is a layer of permanently frozen soil found in the tundra biome.

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Name a biome that is home to lions, zebras, and elephants.

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Grasslands are home to lions, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, and elephants.

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What are the main characteristics of a rainforest biome?

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Rainforests are characterized by high rainfall, dense vegetation, and a wide variety of animal species.

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What type of trees are found in a coniferous forest?

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Coniferous forests are primarily made up of conifer trees, which have needle-like leaves and produce cones.

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What is the difference between a deciduous forest and a coniferous forest?

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Deciduous forests have trees that lose their leaves in the fall, while coniferous forests have trees that retain their leaves year-round.

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Which biome has the highest biodiversity?

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Rainforests have the highest biodiversity among all biomes.