The __ is the global sum of all ecosystems on Earth.

• atmosphere
• lithosphere
• biosphere
• hydrosphere

What is the primary cause of low precipitation in subtropical deserts?

• High humidity levels promote rainfall.
• Frequent tropical storms increase precipitation.
• Nearby mountains create rain shadows.
• High-pressure systems inhibit precipitation.

__ factors are non-living parts of an ecosystem that can influence living organisms.

• Inorganic
• Organic
• Abiotic
• Biotic

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A __ is a large community of plants and animals that occupy a distinct region.

• population
• ecosystem
• habitat
• biome

The two most significant abiotic factors that influence life in a biome are temperature and __.

• light
• soil type
• wind speed
• precipitation

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What is a pioneer species?

• A pioneer species is the first organism to colonize a barren environment.
• A pioneer species is an organism that only thrives in urban areas.
• A pioneer species is a type of invasive species that harms the environment.
• A pioneer species is the last organism to leave a dying ecosystem.

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In which type of forest would you find trees that lose their leaves annually?

• Coniferous forest
• Deciduous forest
• Rainforest
• Boreal forest

Which side of a mountain receives more precipitation due to the rain shadow effect?

• The windward side of the mountain.
• The summit of the mountain.
• The base of the mountain.
• The leeward side of the mountain.

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What does the ocean conveyor system move around the Earth?

• Fish and coral
• Plastic waste
• Ocean currents only
• Water

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__ is the distance north or south of the equator, measured in degrees.

• Latitude
• Equator
• Altitude
• Longitude