Biomes Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is a biome
A
An area of the planet that can be classified according to the plants and animals that live in it
2
Q
Types of biomes
A
Terrestrial biomes, and aquatic biomes
3
Q
types of terrestrial biomes (7)
A
Forests:
- boreal
- temperate
- tropical
Grasslands
Tundra
Desert
Alpine
4
Q
types of aquatic biomes (3)
A
Freshwater
Marine
Coral Reefs
5
Q
what is biome productivity?
A
The rate at which biomass is produced through photosynthesis
6
Q
What is biomass
A
living plant material
