Living World Year 9 EOY Flashcards
1
Q
What is a biome?
A
A large-scale ecosystem, defined by factors such as climate, soils and vegetation
2
Q
Identify three of the world’s major biomes
A
Tundra, polar, tropical forest
3
Q
Describe the distribution of the Savannah biome
A
Savanna grasslands lie 15-30 degrees north and south of the equator - between tropical rainforests and hot deserts.
4
Q
Describe the characteristics of the deciduous forest biome
A
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