Biome Review

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What biome has NO trees because much of the ground is frozen all the time?

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Tundra

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Which biome is characterized by low temperatures and low amounts of rainfall?

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Tundra

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What is the characteristic feature of the tundra where only the surface thaws in summer and refreezes in winter?

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Permafrost

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Which is NOT a key abiotic factor in the ocean?

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Number of plankton

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What would be considered a biotic factor in a biome?

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Types of grasses

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Define 'abiotic factors' in a biome.

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Non-living chemical and physical parts of the environment that affect living organisms.

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Define 'biotic factors' in a biome.

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Living components that affect the ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is the main characteristic of a desert biome?

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Low rainfall and extreme temperature variations.

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What is a savanna biome?

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A grassland ecosystem characterized by scattered trees and large herbivores.

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What is the primary difference between a temperate deciduous forest and a tropical rainforest?

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Temperate deciduous forests have four distinct seasons, while tropical rainforests are warm and wet year-round.