Intro to Biomes 1
Name 3 of the 6 major Biomes
- Desert (polar & hot)
- Tundra
- Grasslands
- Forests
- Aquatic (Freshwater & Marine)
Which 2 Biomes can be found in polar climates?
- Desert (polar)
- Tundra
Define "Insolation"
Insolation is the total amount of solar energy received by a planet's surface.
On a climate graph, what colour and type of graph is temperature?
- Line
Name two Biomes that are commonly used for Agriculture in Australia
Grasslands & Forrest (Temperate)
Which Biome's name means "barren land?"
Tundra
In which type of climate am I likely to find the most rainforests? Equatorial, Tropical, Temperate, Polar
Tropical (high temps, abundant rainfall)
The angle of incidence is the angle at which the sun strikes the earth's surface.
At what angle, is the solar energy the strongest? (at equator)
90 degrees (perpendicular)
On a climate graph, what colour and type of graph is rainfall?
- Blue
- Column
What is wool used for?
Carpet, clothes, bedding
Define the term "Biome"
Biomes are regions of the world with similar climate (weather, temperature), animals and plants.
Name one of the two geographical features that Biomes are defined by
- Latitude
- Climate
The earths atmosphere can impact the sun's strength.
Name 1 part of the atmosphere that can absorb, scatter, or reflect solar radiation back into space?
- Clouds
- Dust
- Particles
- Gases
- Pollution
Name all three axis headings for a Climate Graph, including measurement units where applicable
- Temperature (*C)
- Rainfall (mm)
Which Biomes are best for pasture? Why?
Grasslands! Because they eat grass
Name 1 of the 3 types of Forests
- Tropical
- Temperate
- Boreal (Taiga)
Which two Biomes take up MOST of Australia?
- Grasslands
- Desert
Earth has seasonal variations - why?
- because of it's yearly orbit around the sun
- because of it's 23 degree tilt (angle sunlight strikes the earth)
How would I find the average rainfall for the year using climate data?
Add up each months rainfall, then divide the total by 12 months
What percentage of habitable land (76% of land) is used for agriculture?
a) 25%
b) 45%
c) 65%
d) 85%
45%
Name two types of Freshwater Biomes
- Ponds
- Lakes
- Streams
- Rivers
- Wetlands
Which type of climate hosts the largest variety of Biomes: Equatorial, Tropical, Temperate, Polar
- Temperate (moderate rainfall, seasonal changes)
How can understanding insolation help us on Earth?
- Predict/explain climate
- Maximising agriculture practices
- Harnessing solar power
How would I calculate the range of temperatures from climate data?
Take the highest temp, and the lowest temp, and subtract to find the difference
What are 2 of the 4 physical features needed to grow wet rice in India?
- Full sun
- Average 22 degrees + temperatures
- Adequate water & drainage
- Water retentive soil