Biodiversity Quiz 2

Which biome is western Massachusetts a part of?

• Temperate forest

• Hot desert

• Scrubland

• Tropical rainforest

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The greatest biodiversity is found in...

• Tropical rainforests

• Tundra

• Coniferous forests

• Temperate grasslands

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The coast of Belize in Central America is hot and rainy for most of the year. However, in the middle of the year is an extended dry season. This coast is most likely a...

• Tropical savanna

• Tropical rainforest

• Tundra

• Desert

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How do trees increase the biodiversity of a rainforest?

• Trees provide additional habitats for various species.

• Trees increase the oxygen in the air.

• Trees attract predators to eat them.

• Trees often evolve into new species.

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It is important for an ecosystem to have high biodiversity because...

• Ecosystems with high biodiversity are more likely to survive changes to the environment.

• Ecosystems with low biodiversity are more sustainable.
• High biodiversity hinders ecosystem productivity.
• Low biodiversity leads to increased ecosystem resilience and stability.

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