Ch. 52.2—Intro to Ecology & the Biosphere Flashcards
1
Q
___________ are major life zones characterized by vegetation type (terrestrial biomes) or physical
environment (aquatic biomes).
A
-Biomes.
2
Q
The area of intergradation, called an ________, may be wide or narrow; margin/border of various biomes.
A
-Ecotone.
3
Q
___________ is an event such as a storm, fire, or human activity that changes a community.
A
-Disturbance.
4
Q
Terrestrial biomes can be characterized by (5):
A
- Distribution
- Precipitation
- Temperature
- Plants
- Animals
5
Q
______ ______: Distribution is in equatorial and subequatorial
regions, temperature is high year-round.
A
-Tropical Forest.
