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What are biomes and where can they be found?
the community of plants and animals that occur naturally in an area, often sharing common characteristics specific to that area.
How does climate affect the make up of a biome?
climate determines plant growth, it also influences the number and variety of other organisms in a terrestrial biome.
How is climate represented on a graph?
The average temperature for each month is plotted on the graph with a red dot and the dots are then connected in a smooth, red line.
How is climate change affecting the natural environments of the world?
More frequent and intense drought, storms, heat waves, rising sea levels, melting glaciers and warming oceans
How do different environments work as systems?
by having a set of interconnected components or elements that interact and depend on each other for their functioning.
What impacts have humans had on different environments?
overpopulation, pollution, burning fossil fuels, and deforestation.
How can sustainability help different environments?
minimize the negative impact our lifestyles have on the planet
Should humans protect natural environments at all costs?
yes, because if we don’t they will all be gone,they make up our world.