Geography

Question 1

What are the 5 Biomes

Answer 1

Tundra, Grasslands, Aquatic, Desert, Forest

Question 2

what is the distribution of the Tundra Biome

Answer 2

Tundra is found in the regions just below the ice caps of the Arctic, extending across North America, to Europe, and Siberia in Asia.

Question 3

What ate the Tundra Plant and Animal adaptations

Answer 3

They have to have special adaptations to allow them to live in extreme conditions and low tempera- tures. Most animal and plant life in this biome have insulation in the way of hair, fuzz, fur or feathers. (The Tundra can also be found in the Alpine regions at high altitudes on moun- tains where trees don’t grow).

Question 4

Threats and Possible management strategies

Answer 4

The oil, gas, and mining industries can disrupt fragile tundra habitats. Drilling wells can thaw permafrost, while heavy vehicles and pipeline construction can damage soil and prevent vegetation from returning. This activity also increases the risk of toxic spills.

Question 5

What is the distribution of Forest biome

Answer 5

it ~ covers 1/3 of the earths surface.

Question 6

Characteristics of Forest Biome

Answer 6

high biodiversity, large populations of plant species, and a variety of animals that inhabit the ecosystems.

Question 7

What are the plant and animal adaptations in the Forest Biome

Answer 7

These plants may have larger leaves, or many small leaves, to capture as much light as possible

Question 8

threats and possible managements for forest biome

Answer 8

Climate change, Deforestation possible management strategies could be afforestation, reforestation, and the natural regeneration of forest ecosystems