different biomes Flashcards
1
Q
biome
A
large ecosystem
2
Q
polar ice
A
north and south poles, extreme cold & little sun therefore few plants and animals
3
Q
tundra
A
borders polar regions, similar climate but slightly less extreme
4
Q
temperate deciduous forest
A
uk climate with seasons and trees that drop leaves
5
Q
tropical rainforest
A
high rainfall + temp all year therefore huge biodiversity
6
Q
desert
A
covers 1/5 of earth land < 200mm annual ppt extreme temps, limited plants and animals
7
Q
temperate grassland
A
temperate grassland plains of grass that get hot in summer and cold in winter
