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 wetlands?

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Wetlands are areas where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally, and include swamps, marshes, and bogs.

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Which biome has the least biodiversity?

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The desert biome has the least biodiversity, meaning it has the fewest different kinds of organisms.

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What is an aquatic biome?

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An aquatic biome is a water-based environment, which can be freshwater (like rivers and lakes) or saltwater (like oceans and coral reefs).

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What are coniferous forests?

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Coniferous forests, also known as taiga, are biomes characterized by trees that have needles and produce cones.

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What is the driest biome?

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The desert biome is the driest, receiving less than 10 inches of rain a year.

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What defines a tropical rainforest?

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A tropical rainforest is a biome that is warm and wet year-round, with high biodiversity and dense vegetation.

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What is a savanna?

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

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What are the main characteristics of grasslands?

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Grasslands are biomes dominated by grasses, with few trees, and they experience moderate rainfall.

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What is the difference between a lake and a river?

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A lake is a large body of standing freshwater, while a river is a flowing body of freshwater.