Biomes

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What is the term for day-to-day conditions in Earth's atmosphere?

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Weather

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What is a diagram used by scientists to describe the temperature and rainfall conditions of a biome?

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Climate diagram

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Which biome's greatest threat could be global warming releasing methane from thawing permafrost?

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Tundra

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What is a group of ecosystems that share similar biotic and abiotic conditions called?

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Biome

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What term describes the average conditions, including temperature and precipitation, over long periods in a given area?

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Climate

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What is the primary difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term averages.

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What are the two main components that define a biome?

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Biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors.

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Name a biome characterized by low rainfall and extreme temperatures, often found in deserts.

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Desert

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What biome is known for its dense forests and high biodiversity, typically found near the equator?

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Tropical rainforest

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Which biome is characterized by cold temperatures and coniferous forests?

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Taiga (Boreal forest)