INDLS Biomes and Climate Terms to Know

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A type of tree or shrub that sheds its leaves annually.

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Deciduous

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A climate or region characterized by mild temperatures.

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Temperate

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Which biome?

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Grassland

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The regions of the Earth surrounding the North and South Poles.

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Polar Zone

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A biome characterized by four distinct seasons and trees that lose their leaves each year.

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Temperate Deciduous Forest

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A barren area of landscape where little precipitation occurs and consequently living conditions are hostile for plant and animal life.

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Desert

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Which biome?

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Tundra

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The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period.

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Climate

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The state of the atmosphere at a place and time as regards heat, dryness, sunshine, wind, rain, etc.

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Weather

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A type of biome where the tree growth is hindered by low temperatures and short growing seasons.

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Tundra