Tundra Flashcards
1
Q
Tundra
A
short growing and reproductive seasons, and simple vegetation structure.
2
Q
Tundra unique conditions
A
Due to the Arctic tundra’s unique conditions, the biota is highly specialized and sensitive to environmental change.
3
Q
Tundra nutrient poor
A
Dead organic material functions as a nutrient pool in the tundra.
4
Q
Tundra population changes
A
large repetitive population changes,
5
Q
Tundra soil nutrients
A
limited soil nutrients,
6
Q
Tundra biotic diversity
A
low biotic diversity
7
Q
Tundra drainage
A
poor drainage
