Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A large region of earth with a certain type of climate.

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What is the taiga biome?

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A forest biome consisting mostly of cone-bearing evergreen trees.

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What are the most important abiotic factors when studying biomes?

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Water and Temperature.

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Which major biome is home to cacti and coyotes?

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Desert.

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What does the term 'climate' refer to?

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The average conditions over time.

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What is an example of a desert biome?

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The Sonoran Desert, which is home to various cacti and desert animals.

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What type of biome is characterized by four distinct seasons?

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Temperate deciduous forest.

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What is the primary characteristic of a tundra biome?

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Cold temperatures and a short growing season.

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What type of vegetation is found in grassland biomes?

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Grasses and few trees.

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How does temperature affect biome distribution?

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Temperature influences the types of plants and animals that can survive in a biome.