Understanding God's World Flashcard 11

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What are grazers and browsers in grassland habitats?

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They are herbivores, which are animals that primarily eat plants.

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What is tundra?

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Tundra is a treeless land characterized by cold temperatures and a layer of permanently frozen subsoil called permafrost.

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What is permafrost?

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Permafrost is subsoil that is frozen year-round, commonly found in tundra regions.

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What type of forest is known for having distinct seasons and a variety of trees?

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Temperate forest.

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What is the canopy layer in a forest?

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The canopy layer acts like an umbrella, keeping much sunlight and rain from reaching the forest floor.

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What do herbivores eat?

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Herbivores eat plants.

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What is the main characteristic of a tundra ecosystem?

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The main characteristic is the presence of permafrost and a lack of trees.

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What role does the canopy layer play in a forest ecosystem?

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It provides shelter and regulates the amount of sunlight and rain that reaches the lower layers of the forest.

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What is the difference between herbivores, omnivores, and carnivores?

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Herbivores eat only plants, omnivores eat both plants and animals, and carnivores eat only animals.

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Why is the tundra considered a fragile ecosystem?

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Because it has a short growing season and is sensitive to climate change.