Exploring Nordic Biomes and Adaptations

Which 5 countries are part of the Nordic region?

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What is the largest biome found in the Nordic region?

Which type of trees are most commonly found in the taiga biome?

• Oak, birch, and maple

• Spruce, fir, and pine

• Palm, coconut, and banana

• Willow, poplar, and aspen

What adaptation helps the Eurasian lynx survive in the taiga?

• Short legs to get stuck in the deep snow

• Thick winter coat and large, padded feet

• Black fur to stand out on the snow

• Fur changes colour over the year

What is Permafrost and which biome do we find it in?

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What is a common adaptation of plants in the tundra biome?

• Needle-like leaves that trap the snow

• Growing low to the ground to stay warm

• Shedding leaves in autumn

• Large leave that loose heat quickly

What animals coordinates with each other in order to hunt? Pick the two correct answers.

• Arctic wolf

• Lemming

• Orca

• Reindeer

What type of trees dominate the deciduous forest in the Nordic region?

• Coniferous trees

• Broadleaf trees

• Tropical trees

• Evergreen trees

The ​ (a)   hibernates during the winter to conserve energy.

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• Red fox

• Moose

• Ground Squirrel
• Polar Bear

What is a characteristic of the alpine biome in the Nordic region?

• Warm temperatures year-round

• Thick, nutrient-rich soil

• High altitude and very little soil

• High humidity