Biome Classification Factors

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What does a climate graph measure?

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A climate graph measures temperature and precipitation.

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Which biome is characterized by animals like the kangaroo rat that can survive without drinking liquid water?

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Desert

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In a climate graph, what does the line graph typically represent?

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The line graph represents average temperatures.

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What type of animal would likely live in the Arctic Ocean?

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An animal with thick white fur, webbed flippers, and blubber.

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How much rainfall does Anqing receive in September?

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Anqing receives 4 inches of rainfall in September.

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What are the two main factors that classify biomes?

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Climate and vegetation.

Front

Define 'biome'.

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A biome is a large ecological area on the Earth's surface, with flora and fauna adapting to their environment.

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What is the primary characteristic of a desert biome?

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Low precipitation and extreme temperatures.

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Name a key adaptation of animals living in the tundra biome.

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Thick fur or blubber to insulate against cold temperatures.

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What is the significance of precipitation in biome classification?

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Precipitation levels help determine the types of vegetation and animal life that can thrive in a biome.