Exploring Earth's Biomes

What do all plants and animals on Earth rely on to survive?

• Other living organisms

• Rocks and soil

• Sunlight only

• Water only

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What is the largest biome on Earth?

• Forests

• Deserts

• Marine Biome

• Tropical Rainforest

What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by the Marine Biome?

• About 70%

• About 80%

• About 50%

• About 60%

What is unique about animals living in the marine biome?

• They can live without water

• They include the largest animal on Earth

• They are all mammals

• They can fly

Where are coral reefs found?

• In freshwater biomes

• In the deep ocean

• In cold, dark waters

• In warm, sunny waters

Why are coral reefs vulnerable?

• Due to sunlight

• Because of pollution and overfishing

• They are not vulnerable

• Due to too much rain

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What is the main difference between animals in freshwater and saltwater biomes?

• Freshwater animals are bigger

• Saltwater animals can fly

• Freshwater animals cannot survive in saltwater, and vice versa

• There is no difference

What are the main types of freshwater biomes?

• Coral Reefs and Mangroves

• Ponds and Lakes, Streams and Rivers, Wetlands

• Mountains and Valleys

• Oceans, Seas, and Lakes

What is permafrost?

• A type of moss

• A type of polar bear

• A frozen dessert

• A layer of permanently frozen ground

Which animals are found in the Tundra?

• Arctic foxes and caribou

• Camels and foxes

• Monkeys and sloths

• Penguins and seals