World Biomes and Ecosystems Review

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What biome do we live in?

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Grasslands

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What two measurements are found on a climatogram?

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Rainfall and temperature

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What is an indicator species?

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A species that signals the health of an ecosystem.

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What is a keystone species?

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A species that has a large impact on its environment relative to its abundance.

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What is a pioneer species?

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A species that is the first to colonize a barren environment.

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What is the role of mangrove trees in their ecosystem?

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Their roots provide shelter for fish and shark species.

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What is the significance of sea otters in marine ecosystems?

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They help maintain marine ecosystems by preventing sea urchins from overfeeding on kelp.

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What is the impact of tourism and shrimp farming on mangrove trees?

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Mangrove trees are threatened by tourism and shrimp farming.

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What is the function of the leaves of mangrove trees?

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Their leaves excrete excess salt from brackish water.

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What is the difference between a biome and an ecosystem?

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A biome is a large area characterized by specific climate and vegetation, while an ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their environment.