Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A large ecosystem characterized by specific climate conditions, plants, and animals.

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Name a biome with very little rainfall and many cacti.

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Desert.

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Which biome is known for having four distinct seasons?

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Temperate Forest.

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What type of biome is Canada primarily classified as?

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Taiga.

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List some animals commonly found in the desert biome.

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Cacti, scorpions, coyotes, kangaroo rats, and lizards.

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What is the primary characteristic of a tundra biome?

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Cold temperatures, low biodiversity, and permafrost.

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Define 'ecosystem'.

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A community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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What is the main difference between a biome and a habitat?

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A biome is a larger area with similar climate and ecosystems, while a habitat is the specific environment where an organism lives.

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What are the two main types of forest biomes?

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Temperate Forest and Tropical Rainforest.

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What is a grassland biome?

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A biome characterized by vast open spaces with grasses as the dominant vegetation.