Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large area of land that has a specific climate and certain types of plants and animals.

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What is a rainforest?

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A rainforest is a hot, wet biome with many trees and a lot of rainfall.

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Why is it difficult for plants to grow in a rainforest?

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Trees limit sunlight, making it hard for smaller plants to get the light they need.

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Where do earthworms live in a forest?

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Earthworms are found in decaying leaves and soil.

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What types of plants are found in a swamp?

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Swamps have cypress trees, ferns, and water lilies.

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Where would you find sea oats, herons, and crabs?

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You would find them at the beach.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living things and their environment.

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How do ecosystems support many organisms?

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Ecosystems support many organisms because they occupy different niches.

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What is a desert?

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A desert is a dry biome with very little rainfall and few plants.

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What is a tundra?

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A tundra is a cold biome with little vegetation and a layer of permafrost.