Location of tundra
Where is alpine tundra found?
on high mountains
This is a large animal found in the tundra with thick fur
Polar bear
This is the permanently frozen ground in the tundra
Permafrost
This human activity damages tundra land by extracting resources
Oil drilling/mining
Name one place where tundra is found
Canada / Russia / Alaska / Greenland
This animal lives in the tundra and has white camouflage
Arctic fox
The tundra has very low amounts of this (rain or snow
Precipitation
This global issue is causing permafrost to melt
Climate change
What is tundra found on mountains called
Alpine tundra
Name one animal that lives in the tundra.
Polar bear / Arctic fox / Caribou / Snowy owl
Why can trees not grow in the tundra?
Because of permafrost and extreme cold
What does sustainable use of resources mean?
Using resources without harming the environment
The tundra is found in very ______ regions of the Earth
Cold regions
What helps animals survive the cold in tundra
Thick fur or fat
How long is the tundra summer?
1-2 months
Why is the tundra considered fragile?
It takes a long time to recover
The tundra is mainly located in this region near the North Pole
The arctic region
Why do tundra animals have white color or thick fur?
To survive the cold and blend into the environment
Explain how permafrost affects plant growth in the tundra.
It prevents deep roots from growing
Why must resources in the tundra be used carefully?
Because the tundra is fragile and recovers slowly