Biomes of the World

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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 is home to certain types of plants and animals.

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Which is bigger, an ecosystem or a biome?

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Biome

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What is the coldest biome?

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Tundra

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What are freshwater biomes?

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Freshwater biomes include lakes, rivers, ponds, and streams.

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Which type of vegetation is NOT found in grasslands?

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Mosses

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Name a major forest biome.

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Tropical forest, Temperate forest, Boreal forest.

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What is a desert biome?

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A desert biome is a dry area that receives very little rainfall and has extreme temperatures.

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What is an aquatic biome?

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An aquatic biome includes all water environments, such as oceans, rivers, and lakes.

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What is a grassland biome?

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A grassland biome is an area where grasses are the main type of vegetation.

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What is a tundra biome?

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A tundra biome is a cold, treeless area with low-growing vegetation.