Module 6 - Biomes Flashcards

1
Q

Name one flagship mammal of the savanna biome and Nama Karoo biome.

A

Savanna: Wild Dog; Nama Karoo: Springbok

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2
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What is the biggest and smallest biome in South Africa?

A

Biggest biome: Savanna biome; Smallest biome: Forest biome;

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3
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Where is the thicket biome found in South Africa?

A

The Thicket Biome is a discontinuous zone and extends as a fragmented band along the south-eastern and southern coast, with finger-like fragments extending into the Nama Karoo Biome. It is most extensive in the Eastern Cape.

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4
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Which biome has all-year rainfall?

A

Forest biome.

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5
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What is a biome? (Definition)

A

Biomes or eco-regions are mappable broad ecological units representing major life zones of large natural areas, mainly defined by vegetation structure and climate.

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6
Q

In which biome do you find Xerophytic vegetation?

A

Succulent Karoo biome.

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7
Q

In which biome are termites responsible for much of the Nutrient cycling?

A

Nama Karoo. They are also the staple food of many larger species.

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8
Q

Name 2 flagship trees of the savanna biome.

A

Marula, Magic Guarri.

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9
Q

Name the three subdivisions of the grassland biome.

A
  1. High altitude grassland;

2. Mesic Highveld grassland; 3. Dry Highveld grassland;

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