Biome Flashcards
(23 cards)
What type of climate does the tundra biome have?
Cold and dry.
Why do tundra regions receive low amounts of solar radiation?
Because they are in arctic regions.
What kind of summers and winters does the taiga biome have?
Long, snowy winters and cool summers.
What type of moisture levels does the taiga biome have?
Moderate moisture.
What types of trees are mostly found in the taiga?
Conifers
How are conifer needles adapted to prevent freezing?
Needles are covered with resin to prevent freezing.
Name some large animals that live in the taiga biome.
Mouse, bear, lynx, fox, wolves.
What type of climate does the deciduous forest biome have?
Moderate climate with more precipitation.
What happens to the leaves of deciduous trees in winter?
The trees lose their leaves (deciduous).
What types of plants are commonly found in the deciduous forest?
Broad-leafed trees, lichens, ferns, and mosses.
How is the deciduous forest different from Canada’s rainforest?
It can be thought of as Canada’s rainforest but still has winter.
What kinds of animals are typically found in deciduous forests?
Squirrels, weasels, foxes.
What kind of regions are grasslands usually found in?
Dry regions.
How are grass roots adapted to survive in dry conditions?
They have extensive root systems to obtain as much water as possible.
What types of animals are commonly found in North American prairies?
Deer, elk, antelope.
What is the climate like in the prairie (North America)?
Warm summers, cold winters.
- Q: Name some animals found in the prairie.
Buffalo, deer, elk, antelope.
In which continents are savannas found?
Africa, Central America, Australia.
What kind of seasons does a savanna experience?
Wet and dry seasons.
What is a heating curve used to show?
To show the phase and temperature changes of a substance.
What happens to temperature during a phase change?
The temperature remains constant while the phase changes.
At what temperature does water boil at normal pressure?
100°C.
What phase changes are shown on the heating curve for water?
Solid to liquid (melting), and liquid to gas (boiling).
