Ch. 6 Biomes Test

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographic biotic unit, a major community of plants and animals with similar life forms and environmental conditions.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to the short-term atmospheric conditions in a specific area, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns over a significant period.

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What is net primary production?

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Net primary production is the rate at which all the plants in an ecosystem produce net useful chemical energy; it is the difference between the energy produced by photosynthesis and the energy used in respiration.

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Which biome has the highest biodiversity?

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Tropical rainforests have the highest biodiversity among all biomes.

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What factors influence the climate of a region?

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Factors include latitude, altitude, proximity to oceans, and prevailing winds.

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What is a climatograph?

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A climatograph is a graphical representation of the average temperature and precipitation in a specific area over a period of time.

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What is the significance of precipitation in a biome?

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Precipitation is crucial as it determines the types of vegetation and animal life that can thrive in a biome.

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What are the characteristics of a tundra biome?

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The tundra biome is characterized by cold temperatures, low precipitation, and a short growing season, with permafrost present.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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How does latitude affect climate?

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Latitude affects climate by influencing the amount of solar energy received; areas near the equator receive more direct sunlight than those near the poles.