6th Ch. 22: Biomes and Ecosystems

Which are usually shallow and filled with an abundance of plant and animal life?

• ponds
• oceans
• rivers
• lakes

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Which biome is characterized by the coldest temperatures?

• tundra
• grassland
• temperate deciduous forest
• taiga

The average weather conditions affecting a biome is called __________.

• temperate condition
• grassland
• tundra
• climate

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The first organisms to appear during ecological succession are called ______.

• succession plants
• pioneer species
• climax communities
• primary organisms

Which of these animals might be found living in a taiga?

• moose
• kangaroo rat
• zebra
• lizard

What biome is found at the farthest north latitudes?

• grassland
• tundra
• temperate rain forest
• estuaries

Warm temperatures and large amounts of rainfall characterize which biome?

• desert
• tundra
• temperate grassland
• tropical rain forest

Why are parts of Antarctica considered to be a desert?

• These areas are known for very large snow storms.
• It is hot during the day and cold at night in these areas.
• There are only small trees and penguins in these areas.
• The areas receive less than 5 cm of precipitation per year.

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Which plant is typically found in grasslands?

• rice
• corn
• cactus
• moss

What types of organisms would be found in this stage of primary succession?

• moss and lichens

• grasses

• trees

• shrubs and low plants