Terrestrial biomes
What biome has permanently frozen ground called permafrost?
Tundra biome
What are the two main types of aquatic biomes?
Freshwater and marine
What adaptation helps camels survive in deserts?
Fat-storing humps and the ability to go without water for long periods
What adaptation allows cactus plants to store water?
Thick, fleshy stems that retain water
What is a biome?
A large region with similar climate, plants, and animals
In which biome would you find the Amazon Rainforest?
Tropical rainforest
What biome includes saltwater environments like oceans?
Marine biome
How does the Arctic fox stay warm in winter?
Thick fur coat that insulates and changes colour with seasons
How have deciduous trees adapted to changing seasons?
They shed leaves in winter to conserve water
Which biome has the most biodiversity?
Tropical rainforest
Which biome is found at high altitudes and has low-growing vegetation?
Mountain vegetation biome
Which aquatic biome contains freshwater and is usually shallow with lots of plant life?
Wetland
Why do many rainforest animals have strong limbs or tails?
For climbing and moving through the forest canopy
Why do some alpine plants grow low to the ground?
To avoid cold winds and conserve heat
What factor determines the types of plants in a biome?
Climate (especially rainfall and temperature)
What type of biome is dominated by grasses and few trees and has seasonal fires?
Temperate grasslands
What’s the difference between a wetland and an estuary?
Wetlands are areas of standing water; estuaries are where rivers meet the sea
What adaptation helps animals in the tundra blend in and avoid predators?
White fur or feathers for camouflage in snow
How are mangrove roots adapted to salty, tidal environments?
They have aerial roots to get oxygen and survive salty water
Name 3 factors that influence climate in biomes.
Latitude, altitude, and proximity to water bodies/distance from the coast
Describe the location, temperature, and rainfall of the Mediterranean biome.
ound between 30° and 40° latitude; warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters
How do coral reefs depend on water clarity (clearness, healthy) and temperature?
They need warm, shallow, clear water for sunlight and algae growth
Why are nocturnal behaviours helpful for desert animals?
It avoids the extreme daytime heat
What is an epiphyte, and how does it survive in the rainforest?
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A plant that grows on other plants to reach sunlight (e.g., orchids)
Why are biomes important to human survival?
They provide food, oxygen, medicines, and ecosystem services