Ecology Module MTest Part 2: Biomes

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What is an invasive species?

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A nonnative species whose introduction into an area has caused economic or ecological harm, and is continuously expanding its range.

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What biome do organisms in the tundra live in?

Back

Tundra.

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What type of animal is likely to share an environment with a bear that has white fur?

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A rabbit with white fur.

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What is a transitional biome between a desert and a forest?

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Grassland.

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Where is most of the food located in a tropical rainforest?

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In the canopy of tall trees where the forest receives the most sunlight.

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What type of organisms are most likely to thrive in a tropical rainforest?

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Organisms that can grab and hold.

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Define 'biome'.

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

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What are the main characteristics of a desert biome?

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Low precipitation, extreme temperatures, and sparse vegetation.

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What adaptations do animals in the tundra have?

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Thick fur, fat layers, and white coloration for camouflage.

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What is the primary factor that determines the type of biome?

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Climate, particularly temperature and precipitation.