Ecosystems Under Threat Flashcards

1
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What is the rainfall amount in low pressure zones?

A

HIGH RAINFALL - Warm air rises before it cools - condenses then forms clouds.

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What is the rainfall amount in high pressure zones?

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LOW RAINFALL - Cool air sinks - no evapouration, no clouds

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3
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Name 3 plant adaptations.

A

ANY 3 FROM: Drip - Tip leaves, Buttress Roots, Lianas, Epiphytes, Emergent Trees

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4
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Explain how emergent trees are adapted to their function

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They are very tall which makes sure they get the most sunlight.

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5
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Explain how Drip - Tip leaves are adapted to their function

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Drip - tip leaves are dry so moisture slips off them this prevents rotting.

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Explain how Buttress Roots are adapted to their function

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They are big roots to suck up water and minerals.

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7
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What biome is the Arctic in?

A

Tundra

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8
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What biome is Russia in?

A

Taiga

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9
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What biome is the UK in?

A

Temperate Deciduous

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10
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What biome is Algeria in?

A

Desert

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11
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What biome is Tanzania in?

A

Tropical Grassland

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12
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What biome is Brazil in?

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Tropical Rainforest

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