Exploring Biomes with GIS Maps

The video tutorial introduces the concept of biomes as large-scale ecosystems linked to climate zones. It guides students through using GIS maps to explore different biomes, focusing on temperature and precipitation. The tutorial provides examples, such as the Sahara Desert and Australian deserts, to illustrate the relationship between biomes and climate. Students learn to analyze temperature ranges and annual precipitation for various biomes, enhancing their understanding of global ecosystems.

What is a biome?

• A type of weather pattern

• A small-scale ecosystem

• A specific type of plant species

• A large-scale ecosystem associated with climate zones

How many biomes does the specification ask us to examine?

• Three

• Five

• Four

• Two

What is the first step in exploring the GIS map?

• Turn on the precipitation layer

• Calculate the temperature range

• Describe the relationship between latitude and biomes

• Identify the Sahara Desert

What can you do to focus only on desert biomes on the GIS map?

• Turn off all layers

• Change the map legend

• Apply a filter to show only deserts

• Zoom into the map

How do you find the temperature for a specific location on the GIS map?

• By turning off all layers

• By reading the map legend

• By clicking on the location

• By using the search function

What should you do after finding the January temperature?

• Turn on the July temperature layer

• Zoom out of the map

• Calculate the annual precipitation

• Apply a new filter

What is the purpose of toggling layers on the GIS map?

• To change the map's color scheme

• To view different data sets like temperature and precipitation

• To zoom in and out of the map

• To reset the map to its default state

What is the final goal of the task involving the GIS map?

• To create a new map

• To memorize all the biomes

• To write a report on the Sahara Desert

• To explore biomes and understand their climate relationships

Which feature helps navigate through multiple layers on the GIS map?

• The zoom tool

• The play button

• The filter option

• The search bar

What should you do if you want to see the differences in temperature on the map?

• Turn off all layers

• Toggle the temperature layers on and off

• Zoom into the map

• Apply a new filter