Hot deserts key words Flashcards
What is the definition of a hot desert?
A hot desert is a region that receives less than 250 mm of rainfall per year and has high temperatures.
True or False: The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world.
True
Fill in the blank: The process of water vapor turning into liquid water is called __________.
condensation
What is the main type of vegetation found in hot deserts?
Xerophytes
Which adaptation allows cacti to conserve water?
Their thick, fleshy stems store water.
What is the term for the area where desert meets non-desert land?
Desert fringe
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of hot deserts? A) High temperatures B) High rainfall C) Low vegetation D) Sandy soil
B) High rainfall
True or False: Hot deserts can have extreme temperature fluctuations between day and night.
True
What type of soil is commonly found in hot deserts?
Sandy or rocky soil
What is the term for animals that are active during the night in hot deserts?
Nocturnal
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an adaptation of desert animals? A) Thick fur B) Burrowing underground C) Bright colors D) Long migration
B) Burrowing underground
What is the primary reason for the formation of hot deserts?
High temperatures and low rainfall.
Fill in the blank: __________ is the process by which fertile land becomes desert, often as a result of drought or inappropriate agriculture.
Desertification
True or False: Desertification can be reversed through sustainable land management.
True
What type of climate is typically found in hot deserts?
Arid climate
Fill in the blank: The __________ is a belt of deserts located around the Tropic of Cancer and Tropic of Capricorn.
subtropical high pressure zone
What is the primary cause of the extreme temperatures in hot deserts?
Direct sunlight and lack of moisture.
Multiple Choice: Which plant is well-known for thriving in desert environments? A) Oak B) Cactus C) Pine D) Maple
B) Cactus
