Biome Classification Factors

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What is biome classification?

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Biome classification is the categorization of ecosystems based on their climate, vegetation, and animal life.

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What factors influence biome classification?

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Factors include temperature, precipitation, soil type, and geographical location.

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What is a desert biome?

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A desert biome is characterized by low rainfall, extreme temperatures, and specialized vegetation such as cacti.

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What is the average amount of precipitation in a desert biome?

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Deserts typically receive less than 10 inches of rainfall per year.

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What is a tropical biome?

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A tropical biome is located near the equator, characterized by high temperatures and high rainfall.

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What adaptations do animals in the desert biome have?

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Animals like the kangaroo rat have adaptations to conserve water and survive in arid conditions.

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What is a climate graph?

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A climate graph visually represents the average temperature and precipitation of a specific area over time.

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What does the bar graph in a climate graph represent?

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The bar graph represents the average amount of precipitation.

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What is the tundra biome?

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The tundra biome is characterized by cold temperatures, low precipitation, and a short growing season.

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What types of vegetation are found in the grassland biome?

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Grasslands are dominated by grasses and have few trees due to limited rainfall.