hot deserts Flashcards
1
Q
where are hot deserts found?
A
mostly found in a belt between approximately 30 degrees north and 30 degrees south of the equator
2
Q
aridity
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primary characteristic is its dryness
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3
Q
plants adaptation:
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Plant roots may be extremely long to reach deep water supplies
4
Q
why do deserts have really low rainfall?
A
high atmospheric pressure
sinking air prevents the formation of clouds and rain
5
Q
climate and vegetation
A
deserts get low amounts of rainfall so plants like cacti have adapted
6
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