The Earth's Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large area of land characterized by its climate, plants, and animals.

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What are the two main types of biomes?

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Terrestrial biomes (land) and aquatic biomes (water).

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What is an aquatic biome?

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An aquatic biome is a biome that includes bodies of water, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers.

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What is a freshwater biome?

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A freshwater biome is a type of aquatic biome that includes lakes, rivers, and ponds.

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What is a tundra?

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A tundra is a cold biome with little vegetation, characterized by permafrost.

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What type of weather do deserts have?

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Deserts have hot and dry weather with very little rainfall.

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What is a rainforest?

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A rainforest is a warm, wet biome that has a lot of trees and diverse wildlife.

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What do animals and plants do in a biome?

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Animals and plants live and work together in a biome, adapting to their environment.

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What is the importance of a compass in the forest?

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A compass helps a person find the right direction when lost in the forest.

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What is an example of a terrestrial biome?

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Examples of terrestrial biomes include forests, grasslands, and deserts.