Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographical area characterized by specific climate conditions, plants, and animals.

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Name the four main types of biomes.

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Tundra, Desert, Grassland, Forest.

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What biome is characterized by very low rainfall and extreme temperatures?

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Desert.

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Which biome has the highest biodiversity?

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Tropical Rainforest.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem, such as temperature, water, and sunlight.

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What are biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living or once-living organisms in an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and bacteria.

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What is the primary abiotic factor that influences the type of biome?

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Climate, particularly temperature and precipitation.

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What type of trees lose their leaves in the fall?

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Deciduous trees.

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What is the difference between a tropical rainforest and a temperate forest?

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Tropical rainforests are warm and wet year-round, while temperate forests experience seasonal changes.

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What is the significance of precipitation in biomes?

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Precipitation determines the types of plants and animals that can survive in a biome.