5th Grade Biomes

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large area characterized by its climate, soil, plants, and animals. Examples include forests, deserts, and grasslands.

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What climate is typical of a tropical rain forest?

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Warm and wet.

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Which biome is known for having deciduous trees?

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Temperate Forest.

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True or False? Animals in the desert have adapted to survive with little water.

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True.

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What is a biome covered primarily with grasses called?

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Grasslands.

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Name a common animal found in the tropical rain forest.

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Examples include the jaguar, toucan, and red-eyed tree frog.

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What is the main characteristic of a tundra biome?

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Cold temperatures and a lack of trees, with permafrost in the soil.

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What type of climate do taiga biomes have?

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Cold with long winters and short summers.

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What is the primary vegetation found in grasslands?

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Grasses.

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Which biome is characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall?

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Desert.