Terrestrial Biomes

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What is a terrestrial biome?

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A terrestrial biome is a large geographic biotic unit, a major community of plants and animals with similar life forms and environmental conditions.

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What are the main types of terrestrial biomes?

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The main types of terrestrial biomes include tundra, taiga (boreal forest), temperate forest, tropical rainforest, grassland, desert, and savanna.

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What characterizes a tropical savanna?

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A tropical savanna is characterized by grasslands with scattered trees, warm temperatures year-round, and a distinct wet and dry season.

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What is the difference between a tropical zone and a temperate zone?

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The tropical zone is located between 23 degrees North and 23 degrees South and has warm temperatures year-round, while the temperate zone experiences four distinct seasons with varying temperatures.

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What is a tundra biome?

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A tundra biome is characterized by cold temperatures, low precipitation, and a short growing season, with permafrost present in many areas.

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What are the temperature extremes in a desert biome?

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Desert biomes experience very cold temperatures at night and extremely hot temperatures during the day.

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What differentiates tropical savanna from temperate grassland?

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The tropical savanna is generally hotter than temperate grassland and receives more precipitation.

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What is the primary vegetation found in a boreal forest?

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The primary vegetation in a boreal forest consists of coniferous trees such as spruce, fir, and pine.

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What is the significance of permafrost in the tundra biome?

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Permafrost is a layer of permanently frozen soil that affects plant growth and the types of organisms that can survive in the tundra biome.

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How does precipitation vary in different biomes?

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Precipitation varies significantly across biomes; deserts receive less than 250 mm annually, while tropical rainforests can receive over 2000 mm.

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