Benchmark Review

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What type of forest is home to redwoods and cedars?

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Temperate forest

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What is the role of a decomposer in the nitrogen cycle?

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To break down decaying plants and animals, as well as plant and animal wastes.

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Which organisms are most likely to be pioneer organisms on an area of bare rock?

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Lichen

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What do scientists do over time regarding the definition of a biome?

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Expand and refine it.

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Name a human activity that contributes to climate change.

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Burning non-renewable energy resources, such as coal, oil, and natural gas.

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What is a biome?

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A large ecological area on the Earth's surface, with flora and fauna adapting to their environment.

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What is the significance of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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They recycle nutrients back into the soil, supporting plant growth.

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What are the main characteristics of a temperate forest?

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Deciduous trees, moderate climate, and distinct seasons.

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What is the difference between a tropical rainforest and a temperate forest?

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Tropical rainforests are warm and wet year-round, while temperate forests have distinct seasons.

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What is the process of nitrogen fixation?

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The conversion of atmospheric nitrogen into a usable form for plants, often by bacteria.