Exploring the Major Biomes of Earth

This video provides an introduction to biomes, explaining their significance and types. It covers terrestrial biomes like forests, deserts, grasslands, and tundra, as well as aquatic biomes such as marine and freshwater. The video emphasizes the importance of biomes and the need for conservation due to human impact. It concludes with a call to action for protecting these vital ecosystems.

What are the two main categories of biomes?

• Desert and Forest

• Eastern and Western

• Terrestrial and Aquatic

• Northern and Southern

Which biome is characterized by having a lot of trees?

• Forest

• Desert

• Tundra

• Grassland

What is a defining feature of deserts?

• Dense forests

• Abundant rainfall

• High evaporation

• Cold temperatures

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Which forest type is found near the equator?

• Deciduous forest

• Tropical rainforest

• Temperate forest

• Taiga

What type of trees dominate the taiga biome?

• Palm

• Birch

• Deciduous

• Coniferous

What is permafrost?

• A type of desert

• Permanently frozen subsoil

• A tropical forest

• A freshwater lake

Which biome has the most biodiversity?

• Taiga

• Tropical rainforest

• Tundra

• Desert

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What percentage of the Earth's surface is covered by marine biomes?

• 90%

• 25%

• 50%

• 70%

What is unique about coral reefs in marine biomes?

• They are uninhabited

• They are made of rocks

• They are found in freshwater

• They are formed by living organisms

Why is it important to protect biomes?

• To find new resources

• To increase tourism

• To build more cities

• To maintain ecological balance

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