Tropical Dry Forest

Climate conditions like "generally warm year-round; alternating wet and dry seasons; rich soils subject to erosion" are specific for

• tropical rain forest

• tropical dry forest

• deciduous forest

• desert

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which type of forest is characterized by a prolonged dry season and a shorter wet season?

• Tropical Rainforest

• Tropical Dry Forest

• Temperate Forest

• Boreal Forest

What is a common adaptation of plants in tropical dry forests?

• Thick waxy leaves

• Deep root systems

• Broad leaves

• Epiphytes

Which of the following animals is most likely to be found in a tropical dry forest?

• Polar Bear

• Kangaroo

• Jaguar

• Penguin

What is the primary reason for the rich soil in tropical dry forests?

• Frequent rainfall

• Decomposition of organic matter

• Volcanic activity

• Glacial deposits

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following is a major threat to tropical dry forests?

• Deforestation

• Urbanization

• Climate change

• All of the above

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

How do tropical dry forests contribute to the global carbon cycle?

• By storing large amounts of carbon in biomass

• By releasing carbon through respiration

• By absorbing carbon during photosynthesis

• All of the above

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NGSS.HS-LS1-5

NGSS.HS-LS2-5

Which of the following best describes the climate of a tropical dry forest?

• Cold and dry

• Hot and humid

• Warm with distinct wet and dry seasons

• Cold with heavy snowfall

What is the role of fire in tropical dry forests?

• Destroys the ecosystem

• Prevents plant growth

• Helps in seed germination and nutrient cycling

• Causes soil erosion

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following human activities is most detrimental to tropical dry forests?

• Sustainable logging

• Ecotourism

• Slash-and-burn agriculture

• Reforestation

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4