Terrestrial Biomes Flashcard

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Which biome is characterized by high temperatures, heavy rainfall, and dense vegetation?

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Tropical rainforest biome

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Which biome is characterized by extreme temperatures, low rainfall, and sparse vegetation?

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desert biome

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Which biome is characterized by moderate temperatures, moderate rainfall, and tall grasses?

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Grassland

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Which biome is characterized by extremely cold temperatures, low rainfall, and permafrost?

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tundra

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Which biome is characterized by moderate temperatures, moderate rainfall, and deciduous trees?

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temperate deciduous forest

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Which biome has the highest biodiversity on Earth?

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Tropical rainforest biome

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Which biome has the lowest biodiversity on Earth?

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desert biome

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Which biome is also known as the prairie or savanna?

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grassland

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Which biome is found in the northernmost regions of the world?

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tundra

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Which biome is characterized by trees that lose their leaves in the fall?

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temperate deciduous forest