Temperate Grassland Biome Exam

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Typical organisms of the Temperate Grasslands include:

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Rabbit, prairie dog, bison, fox.

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Why are grasslands considered temperate?

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They range from -40 to 70 degrees for the year.

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Why is temperate grassland soil nutrient rich?

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Due to decomposition in large amounts and moderate moisture.

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What do many animals of the grasslands do?

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Graze.

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What are the grasslands of North America called?

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Prairies.

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Define temperate grassland biome.

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A biome characterized by moderate temperatures, seasonal rainfall, and dominated by grasses.

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What is the climate like in temperate grasslands?

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Temperate grasslands experience hot summers and cold winters.

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Name a major threat to temperate grasslands.

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Agricultural expansion and urban development.

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What role do large grazing animals play in temperate grasslands?

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They help maintain the grassland ecosystem by grazing and fertilizing the soil.

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How do temperate grasslands differ from tropical grasslands?

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Temperate grasslands have more distinct seasons and lower temperatures.