Biomes Flashcards

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Desert

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A biome characterized by low precipitation, extreme temperatures, and specialized plant and animal life.

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Grassland

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A biome dominated by grasses and few trees, often found in areas with moderate rainfall.

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Savanna

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A grassland biome with scattered trees, typically found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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Taiga

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A biome consisting of dense evergreen forests and cold climates, also called the boreal forest.

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Temperate Forest

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A biome characterized by moderate temperatures, distinct seasons, and a mix of deciduous and evergreen trees.

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Tropical Rainforest

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A biome near the equator with high rainfall, warm temperatures, and a vast diversity of plant and animal life.

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Tundra

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A cold, treeless biome with a short growing season and permafrost beneath the soil.