Unit 2- Biomes

Question 1

Biome

Answer 1

Refers to a region of the world characterised by life, environment and climate

Question 2

3 Characteristics of Rainforests

Answer 2

High rainfall

High temperatures

Dense canopies- Lot of Vegetation

Question 3

Characteristics of Oceans

Answer 3

Aquatic biomes are home to a variety of plant and animal life.

Influences: Aquatic biomes are influenced by a number of factors, including:

Sunlight
Nutrient availability
Salt level
Dissolved oxygen concentration
Suspended particles and minerals

Question 4

3 Stakeholders of Amazon Rainforest

Answer 4

Indigenous peoples: Have been the guardians of the Amazon’s tropical forests for thousands of years

Environmental groups: Want to preserve the rainforest in its natural state

Local people: Depend on the forest resources for sustenance.

Question 5

Human impact on biomes

Answer 5

Deforestation

Pollution

Climate change

Question 6

How can we preserve biomes

Answer 6

Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Cut down on what you throw away
Volunteer. Volunteer for cleanups in your community
Educate
Conserve water
Choose sustainable
Shop wisely
Use long-lasting light bulbs
Plant a tree