Biomes and Ecosystems

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What is permafrost?

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Permafrost is permanently frozen soil found below the arctic tundra.

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What biome consists of trees that lose their leaves every year?

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The temperate deciduous forest is a biome where trees lose their leaves annually.

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a group of plants and animals in the same region that have adapted together to the region's environment.

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In which biome would you most likely find polar bears?

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You would most likely find polar bears in the tundra biome.

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Where is the greatest biodiversity found on Earth?

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The greatest biodiversity on Earth is found in the tropical rainforest biome.

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What is a tropical rainforest?

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A tropical rainforest is a warm, wet biome that is home to a vast number of plant and animal species.

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What characterizes a savanna biome?

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A savanna biome is characterized by grasslands with scattered trees and a warm climate.

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What is the taiga biome?

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The taiga biome, also known as boreal forest, is characterized by coniferous forests and cold temperatures.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their environment.

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What is the difference between a biome and an ecosystem?

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A biome is a large area defined by its climate and vegetation, while an ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their physical environment.