Savanna And Grassland Biomes

Which of the following plant adaptations protects savanna plants from grazers? a. long roots b. growing low to the ground c. water storage d. bitter taste

In savannas, the rainfall that occurs in the summer accounts for at least one-half of the annual rainfall.

Plants in grasslands would not benefit from adaptations that protect against grazing.

Grasslands are _______. a. characterized by heavy rainfall year round b. characterized by warm temperatures year round c. found in the interior of continents d. located only in North America

Which of the following is a savanna? a. Veldts b. Plains c. Steppes d. Llanos

Fires are important to savanna ecosystems, but not to grassland ecosystems.

Grasslands never have trees.

Savannas are _______. a. located only in Africa b. characterized by four distinct seasons c. lacking diverse animal life d. between tropical rainforests and deserts

Organisms that live in the savanna and grassland biomes have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. Which of the following organisms is most likely to be found in a grassland? a. a bird that nests in trees b. an animal that burrows c. a large predatory cat d. an animal not adapted to cold temperatures

Which of the following organisms is not found on the savanna? a. serval b. pangolin c. capybara d. prairie chickens