Tundra Characteristics Quiz

What is the primary characteristic of tundras?

• They are heavily forested regions

• They have extreme cold and low rainfall

• They receive abundant rainfall year-round

• They are warm and humid ecosystems

What are the two types of tundras?

• Arctic and Polar

• Alpine and Arctic

• Temperate and Alpine

• Boreal and Taiga

Where do alpine tundras occur?

• In lowland regions near the ocean

• In tropical rainforests

• On mountains where trees cannot grow due to high altitudes

• In desert regions with extreme heat

How long is the growing season in the alpine tundra?

• 30 days

• 100 days

• 180 days

• 365 days

What prevents trees from taking root in the Arctic tundra?

• Lack of sunlight

• Permafrost

• Excessive rainfall

• High levels of soil nutrients

Which of the following animals is NOT mentioned as living in the tundra?

• Arctic fox

• Polar bear

• Caribou

• Snow leopard

How does global warming impact the Arctic tundra?

• It increases the number of trees in the region

• It causes permafrost to deteriorate, altering the landscape and affecting plants and animals

• It makes the tundra colder and extends the winter season

• It reduces the biodiversity of tropical rainforests nearby