Environmental Science- Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographical area characterized by specific climate conditions, plants, and animals.

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What are the main types of biomes?

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The main types of biomes include terrestrial biomes (like forests, deserts, and grasslands) and aquatic biomes (like freshwater and marine environments).

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What is the climate like in a tropical rainforest biome?

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Tropical rainforests have a warm climate with high humidity and receive a lot of rainfall throughout the year.

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What is the soil quality like in a tropical rainforest?

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The soil in tropical rainforests is often poor in nutrients due to rapid decomposition and nutrient uptake by plants.

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What adaptations do organisms in the desert biome have?

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Organisms in the desert have adaptations such as water conservation, nocturnal behavior, and specialized feeding habits to survive in hot, dry conditions.

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What is a savanna biome?

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A savanna is a grassland ecosystem characterized by scattered trees and a warm climate, with distinct wet and dry seasons.

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What type of vegetation is found in a temperate grassland?

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Temperate grasslands are dominated by grasses and have few trees due to limited rainfall.

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What defines a tundra biome?

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A tundra biome is characterized by cold temperatures, low precipitation, and a short growing season, with permafrost present in many areas.

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What is a deciduous forest?

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A deciduous forest is a biome where trees lose their leaves seasonally, typically found in temperate regions.

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How do coniferous forests differ from deciduous forests?

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Coniferous forests are dominated by evergreen trees that retain their needles year-round, while deciduous forests have trees that shed their leaves.