Tundra Biome

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What is the Tundra Biome?

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A cold, treeless region characterized by low temperatures, short growing seasons, and permafrost.

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What does 'permafrost' mean?

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A layer of permanently frozen subsoil found in the tundra.

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What is the primary characteristic of the sunlight in the tundra during summer?

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The sun does not set for an extended period, known as the 'midnight sun'.

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Name an animal that is commonly found in the tundra.

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Muskox.

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What is the significance of the 'midnight sun' in the tundra?

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It allows for continuous daylight during the summer months, affecting plant growth.

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What adaptations do tundra animals have for cold temperatures?

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Thick fur, fat layers, and behaviors like migration or hibernation.

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What type of vegetation is primarily found in the tundra?

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Low shrubs, mosses, lichens, and grasses.

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How do tundra plants survive harsh conditions?

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They have shallow roots, grow close to the ground, and have short growing seasons.

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What is the role of the Arctic fox in the tundra ecosystem?

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It is a predator that helps control the population of small mammals.

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What is the average temperature in the tundra during winter?

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It can drop below -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit).