Biomes and Ecosystems

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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 are the main types of biomes?

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The main types of biomes include deserts, grasslands, forests, tundras, and aquatic biomes.

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What characterizes a desert biome?

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A desert biome is characterized by very low rainfall, extreme temperatures, and sparse vegetation, often including cacti and reptiles.

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What is a grassland biome?

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A grassland biome is characterized by vast open spaces dominated by grasses, with few trees, and is home to herbivores like deer.

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What is the tundra biome?

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The tundra biome is a cold, treeless region with low-growing vegetation, found in polar regions and high mountains.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem (like plants and animals), while abiotic factors are non-living components (like water, soil, and climate).

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What is a herbivore?

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A herbivore is an animal that primarily eats plants.

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What is an example of a biotic-abiotic interaction?

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An example of a biotic-abiotic interaction is a plant using sunlight (abiotic) to grow (biotic).

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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