Terrestrial Biomes

Which of the following locations is part of the tundra biome?

• Brazil

• Alaska

• India

• Australia

What is a key feature of the tundra biome?

• High precipitation

• Permafrost

• Tropical climate

• Dense forests

Which animal is commonly found in the tundra biome?

• Lion

• Elephant

• Arctic fox

• Kangaroo

What is the human impact on the tundra biome?

• Urban development

• The fragile biome is affected by climate change and oil and gas pipelines

• Deforestation

• Industrial pollution

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-3

What is the climate of the Boreal Forest?

• Cold and dry with long winters

• Hot and humid with frequent rainfall

• Mild and temperate with short winters

• Arid and desert-like with minimal precipitation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which of the following is a key feature of the boreal forest?

• Coastal biome

• High productivity

• Nutrient-poor and acidic soils

• Abundant precipitation during fall, winter, and spring

Which of the following animals is found in the Boreal Forest?

• Polar Bear

• Kangaroo

• Moose

• Elephant

Which human activities impact the Boreal Forest?

• Logging

• Fishing

• Urban Development

• Mining

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which of the following are the dominant plants found in the Boreal Forest?

• Coniferous trees such as spruce and fir

• Deciduous trees such as oak and maple

• Tropical plants such as palm trees

• Desert plants such as cacti

What is the climate of the Temperate Rainforest?

• Mild and wet

• Hot and dry

• Cold and snowy

• Arid and desert-like

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6