Biomes: Rainforest, Forest, Tundra

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large area of land that has a specific climate and is home to certain types of plants and animals.

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Name three types of biomes.

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Rainforest, Forest, Tundra.

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What is the climate like in a tundra biome?

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Cold most of the year, with frozen ground and a short growing season.

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What types of plants are found in the tundra?

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Few plants, mostly mosses, lichens, and small shrubs.

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Which biome is known for having hot and humid temperatures?

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Rainforest.

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What animals might you find in a rainforest?

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Monkeys, parrots, and jaguars.

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How do biomes affect the way humans live?

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Biomes influence the types of clothing people wear, the foods they grow and eat, and the materials used for building.

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What is the growing season like in a tundra biome?

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Very short, due to the cold temperatures.

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What is a characteristic of a forest biome?

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It has a comfortable temperature and is ideal for farming.

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True or False: Biomes can affect the types of animals that live there.

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True.