Terrestrial Biomes
Aquatic Biomes
Climate Change
Geography
Adaptations
100
Biomes that are found in areas with moderate rainfall and trees that lose their leaves during the fall are called
Temperate deciduous forest
100
This is an example of a(n)
Coastal Marine Biome
100
What is climate?
The pattern of temperature and precipitation in an area over a long period of time.
100
Which of these lists most likely describes animals found in the tropical rainforest?
A. Monkeys, jaguars, and colorful birds
B. Polar bears, seals, arctic foxes, and caribou
C. Camels, scorpions, snakes, and lizards
D. Moose, wolves, bears, and lynx
A. Monkeys, jaguars, and colorful birds
100
A polar bear lives in the Arctic tundra. Which adaptation would help a polar bear survive in this cold biome?
A. Thin fur that helps release body heat
B. Thick fur and a layer of body fat
C. Large ears that help release body heat
D. Long roots that help it absorb water
B. Thick fur and a layer of body fat
200
The main difference between a rainforest and a tundra is
The amount of precipitation
200
This biome is made up of bodies of water that contain very little salt. It includes lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams. Many fish, frogs, insects, and aquatic plants can be found here. What biome is being described?
Freshwater biome
200
How would the drying up of water in a wetland most affect a salamander population?
The salamander population would likely decrease because salamanders need wet environments to survive, find food, and reproduce.
200
Which biome is being displayed on the map?
Taiga biome
200
A cactus lives in the desert, where there is very little rainfall. Which adaptation helps the cactus survive?
A. Large, thin leaves that release water
B. A thick stem that stores water
C. Thin roots that absorb little water
D. Soft leaves that lose water quickly
B. A thick stem that stores water
300
What determines whether a cold desert is considered a tundra?
It has permafrost
300
Which of the following are examples of saltwater biomes?
A. Oceans, coral reefs, and estuaries
B. Lakes, estuaries, and streams
C. Ponds, rivers, and lakes
D. Coral reefs, lakes, and estuaries
A. Oceans, coral reefs, and estuaries
300
What negative effects can a change in climate have on plants and animals in an ecosystem?
A change in climate can make it harder for plants and animals to survive. It can change their food and water sources, destroy habitats, and force them to move to new areas.
300
Which biome is displayed on the map?
Tropical Rainforest Biome
300
An Arctic fox lives in the tundra, where temperatures can become extremely cold. Which adaptation helps the fox survive?
A. Thick fur that provides insulation
B. Large leaves that collect sunlight
C. Webbed feet for swimming
D. Thin fur that helps release heat
A. Thick fur that provides insulation
400
The taiga biome has many coniferous trees. How are the trees in the taiga different from the trees in a tropical rainforest?
The leaves of plants in a rainforest are wider and absorb more water. Coniferous trees have needle-like leaves that do not need to absorb as much water to survive.
400
The taiga has a temperature of
a. -10
b. -5
c. 5
d. 10
b. -5
400
What is a physical characteristic of the Namib Desert?
a. high humidity
b. trees lose their leaves in the fall
c. more than 100 inches of rain a year
d. less than 10 inches of rain a year
d. less than 10 inches of rain a year
400
Which biome is being displayed on the map?
Temperate Deciduous Forest Biome
400
Which of these physical factors would have the GREATEST effect on the types of plants that could thrive in an ecosystem?
a. air patterns
b. animal populations
c. type of soil
d. temperature and precipitation
d. temperature and precipitation
500
You would find a desert biome in an area with how much precipitation?
50cm
500
Charlotte wants to study an ecosystem with brackish water. Which sample should she choose?
Mississippi Estuary
500
The biome pictured above is found in areas such as northern Canada, Alaska, and Siberia. The land is mostly treeless, covered in grasses, mosses, and lichens, and animals such as polar bears, Arctic foxes, and caribou are common here. Why does this biome have a low population of trees?
It has low temperatures and low precipitation.
500
According to the picture, what imaginary landmark are the tropical rainforest near?
The equator
500
The desert is characterized by very little precipitation, hot temperatures, and dry, sandy or rocky landscapes. Because of these physical features, what type of producers would we expect to find in the desert?
A. Cacti and other plants adapted to dry conditions
B. Conifers, trees with needles and cones
C. Leafy plants like ferns and mosses
D. Deciduous trees, that lose their leaves in the fall
A. Cacti and other plants adapted to dry conditions