2nd grade period review

Front

What type of forest is characterized by trees that lose their leaves in the fall?

Back

Deciduous forest

Front

Which type of forest is typically found near the equator and has high biodiversity?

Back

Tropical rainforest

Front

What is the primary threat to 95% of species in Hawaii?

Back

Invasive species

Front

What term describes a transition area between different biomes?

Back

Ecotone

Front

What happens to air as it rises over mountains?

Back

It condenses and forms precipitation.

Front

What type of forest is found in cold climates and has coniferous trees?

Back

Boreal forest

Front

What is the main cause of deforestation in tropical regions?

Back

Agricultural expansion and logging.

Front

What is the term for species that are not native to an ecosystem and cause harm?

Back

Invasive species

Front

What is the effect of altitude on temperature?

Back

Temperature decreases as altitude increases.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of a grassland biome?

Back

Dominance of grasses and few trees.