1.2 - Terrestrial Biomes Flashcards
1
Q
What is a biome?
A
An area that shares a combination of average yearly temperature and precipitation (climate).
2
Q
How are plants and animals in a biome adapted?
A
They are uniquely adapted to live in that biome.
3
Q
What temperature range defines Tundra and Boreal biomes?
A
60 degrees +.
4
Q
What temperature range defines Temperate biomes?
A
30-60 degrees +.
5
Q
What temperature range defines Tropical biomes?
A
Equator.
6
Q
What is the soil quality in a tropical rainforest?
A
Nutrient-poor soil from plant competition.
7
Q
What is the soil quality in a boreal forest?
A
Nutrient-poor soil from a low temperature and low decomposition rate of dead organic matter.
8
Q
What is the soil quality in a temperate forest?
A
Nutrient-rich soil from dead organic matter and warm temperature and moisture.
