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Biomes And Biodiversity

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25 July 2022
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What is the definition of biodiversity?
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a measure of the variety of living organisms in an area
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Which biome has the most biodiversity?
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the rainforest because it is located near the equator and has a perfect climate for a variety of organisms.
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How does biodiversity contribute to life?
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increase in genetic diversity allows the ecosystem to survive/function even when stressed.
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What are some organisms that live in the Arctic Tundra?
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Polar Bears, rabbits
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What are some organisms that live in the Alpine Tundra?
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mosses, lichens, elk, grouse-like birds
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What are some organisms that live in the coniferous forest/Taiga?
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migratory birds, moose, red fox,
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What are some organisms that live in the temperate deciduous forest?
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reptiles, birds, mammals, insects
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What are some organisms that live in the grassland?
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cattle, zebra, lions, prairie dogs
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What are some organisms that live in the rain forest?
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parrots, snakes, reptiles
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What are some organisms that live in the Oceans?
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kelp, algae, octopus
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Which biome is very humid and always warm?
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Rain Forest
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Which biome is not a true biome?
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Oceans
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The earth's oceans cover _________ of the earth.
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72%
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Which biome has temperatures that fluctuate during the day?
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Desert
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In the Desert the plants are typically ______________.
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drought resistant
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In the temperate deciduous forest the plants are typically ____________.
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broad leafed
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Which biome has trees that lose their leaves in fall?
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Temperate Deciduous Forest
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Which biome is a transition between very dry areas and humid climates?
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Grasslands
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In the grasslands the plants are typically ______________.
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low lying plants and grasses
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In the taiga the plants are typically __________.
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cone bearing trees
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What is another name for Taiga?
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Coniferous Forest
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Describe the climate in coniferous forests.
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moist cold winters.
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Where is the Alpine Tundra located?
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at the tops of mountains
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In the alpine tundra the plants are typically ____.
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ones with shallow roots.
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Lichens and Mosses are found in this tundra
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the alpine tundra
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Which biome is found at the North pole
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the Arctic Tundra
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Describe the arctic tundra.
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treeless, flat and very cold
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What are some organisms that live in the Desert?
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scorpion, snakes