Succession & Biomes

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What is a freshwater biome?

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A freshwater biome includes rivers, lakes, streams, and ponds, and is home to animals like fish, frogs, and birds.

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What is the tundra biome?

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The tundra biome is located near the North Pole, characterized by a thin layer of soil over permafrost, with temperatures mostly below freezing and very little rainfall.

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What are biomes?

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Biomes are large areas of similar ecosystems that share similar climate, plants, and animals.

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What is primary succession?

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Primary succession is the process of ecological change that occurs in an area where no soil exists, such as after a volcanic eruption.

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What is secondary succession?

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Secondary succession is the process of ecological change that occurs in an area where soil is present but has been disturbed, such as after a forest fire.

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What is a temperate deciduous forest?

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A temperate deciduous forest is a forest where the seasons change, with trees that lose their leaves in autumn and experience warm summers and cold winters.

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What is permafrost?

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Permafrost is a layer of ground that is permanently frozen, found in the tundra biome.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary succession?

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Primary succession occurs in lifeless areas without soil, while secondary succession occurs in areas where soil is already present.

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What types of organisms are typically found in freshwater biomes?

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Freshwater biomes typically host organisms such as fish, frogs, insects, and various aquatic plants.

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What are the characteristics of the tundra biome?

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