Topic 2: The Ecosystem - Biomes

Question 1

Define biome

Answer 1

A biome is a collection of ecosystems sharing similar climatic conditions. A biome has distinctive abiotic factors and species which it distinguish it.

Question 2

Structure of a Rainforest

Answer 2

• Constant high temperatures
• High rainfall throughout the year
• High productivity
• High diversity of plants and animals

Question 3

Structure of a Desert

Answer 3

• Hot temperatures
• Low rainfall
• New primary productivity is low

Question 4

Structure of Tundra

Answer 4

• Short day length, limited insolation
• Temperatures are very low
• Low productivity

Question 5

Structure of a Temperate Forest

Answer 5

• Variation in insolation throughout the year
• Second highest new primary productivity
• Seasonal