Climate and Ecosystems Quiz

What is the difference between climate and weather?

• Climate refers to short-term conditions, while weather refers to long-term patterns.

• Climate refers to long-term patterns, while weather refers to short-term conditions.

• Climate and weather are the same thing.

• Climate and weather are unrelated.

Which zone experiences high temperatures throughout the year?

• Tropical Zone

• Temperate Zone

• Polar Zone

• Grassland Ecosystem

What is the main characteristic of the tropical zone?

• Abundant rainfall

• Extreme cold temperatures

• Limited vegetation

• Long winters

Which zone has moderate temperatures and distinct seasons?

• Tropical Zone

• Temperate Zone

• Polar Zone

• Forest Ecosystem

What is the main characteristic of the temperate zone?

• Abundant rainfall

• Extreme cold temperatures

• Limited vegetation

• Distinct seasons

Which zone is characterized by ice caps and tundra?

• Tropical Zone

• Temperate Zone

• Polar Zone

• Cold Climate Ecosystem

What is the main characteristic of the polar zone?

• Abundant rainfall

• Extreme cold temperatures

• Limited vegetation

• Distinct seasons

What is a biome?

• A large geographical area with distinct climate, vegetation, and animal life

• A small area with similar climate and vegetation

• A type of forest ecosystem

• A type of grassland ecosystem

Which type of ecosystem is dominated by trees?

• Grassland Ecosystem

• Cold Climate Ecosystem

• Forest Ecosystem

• Polar Zone

Which type of ecosystem is characterized by vast expanses of grasses?

• Grassland Ecosystem

• Cold Climate Ecosystem

• Forest Ecosystem

• Tropical Zone