Terrestrial Ecosystems

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What is a terrestrial ecosystem?

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An ecosystem that is found on land.

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What is the canopy in a tropical rainforest?

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The top layer of the tropical rainforest that keeps sunlight from reaching the ground.

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What characterizes a tropical rainforest?

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Hot, humid forests with much rainfall.

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What is the tundra biome?

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The cold biome of the far north with permanently frozen soil that can't support large plants.

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What animals are commonly found in African Grasslands (Savanna)?

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Elephant, zebra, wildebeest, giraffe, lion.

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What are biomes?

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Large regions characterized by specific climate conditions and types of plants and animals.

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What is a grassland?

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A biome where grasses are the dominant vegetation, often found in regions with moderate rainfall.

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

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Tropical rainforests are hot and humid with high rainfall, while deciduous forests experience seasonal changes and have trees that shed leaves in winter.

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What role do acacia trees play in the savanna ecosystem?

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They provide food and shelter for various animals and help prevent soil erosion.