Biome Climatographs

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What biome covers most of middle Africa and has large migrating mammals?

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Tropical grassland.

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What does high species evenness indicate in a community?

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It indicates a relatively equal distribution of species within the community.

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Which biome is characterized by low temperatures and permafrost?

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Tundra.

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What adaptation might an organism in a tropical rainforest have?

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Large leaves to capture sunlight on the forest floor.

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What is a common misconception about Antarctica?

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Antarctica is not a desert because it is cold.

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What is a climatograph?

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A graphical representation of the average temperature and precipitation in a specific area over a period of time.

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What are the main characteristics of a tropical rainforest biome?

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High biodiversity, high rainfall, and warm temperatures year-round.

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What is the significance of species richness in an ecosystem?

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It refers to the number of different species present, indicating biodiversity.

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How does precipitation affect biome classification?

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Biomes are often classified based on the amount and seasonality of precipitation.

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What adaptations do organisms in desert biomes typically have?

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Modified leaves to prevent water loss.