BIOMES

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographic biotic unit, a major community of plants and animals with similar life forms and environmental conditions.

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What are the main types of biomes?

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The main types of biomes include terrestrial biomes (like forests, deserts, and grasslands) and aquatic biomes (like freshwater and marine environments).

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What characterizes a savanna biome?

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A savanna biome is characterized by grasslands with scattered trees, and it experiences seasonal rainfall.

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What is the climate like in a tundra biome?

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The tundra biome has a cold climate, with low temperatures and minimal precipitation, often covered in snow.

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What is permafrost?

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Permafrost is permanently frozen ground found in the tundra biome.

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What type of trees are found in a temperate forest?

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Temperate forests are characterized by deciduous trees, which lose their leaves in the fall.

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What is the primary vegetation in a desert biome?

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The primary vegetation in a desert biome includes drought-resistant plants like cacti and succulents.

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How does the climate of a taiga biome differ from a tundra biome?

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The taiga biome has a colder climate than temperate forests but is warmer than the tundra, with more precipitation.

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What adaptations do plants in the savanna biome have?

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Plants in the savanna biome have adaptations like deep roots and drought-resistant features to survive dry conditions.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in biomes?

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Biodiversity in biomes is important for ecosystem stability, resilience, and providing resources for humans.