Deserts Flashcards
(32 cards)
What are the two main types of deserts?
Hot deserts and cold deserts.
Which desert is the largest hot desert in the world?
The Sahara Desert.
True or False: Deserts receive less than 10 inches of rain per year.
True.
What type of desert is the Antarctic Desert?
Cold desert.
Fill in the blank: The ______ Desert is known for its extreme temperatures and sand dunes.
Sahara
Name one animal that is commonly found in deserts.
Camel.
Which desert is located in the southwestern United States?
The Mojave Desert.
True or False: Cacti are common plants found in deserts.
True.
What is the main adaptation of desert animals?
They conserve water.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a desert? A) Kalahari B) Amazon C) Gobi
B) Amazon.
What adaptations do desert plants have to survive?
They have deep roots and thick stems to store water.
Name a popular cold desert.
The Gobi Desert.
Fill in the blank: The ______ is known for its unique wildlife such as the kangaroo rat.
Sonoran Desert
True or False: Deserts can be found on every continent.
True.
What is the main reason deserts receive little rainfall?
High temperatures cause evaporation.
What type of climate do most deserts have?
Arid climate.
Which desert is famous for its red sand dunes?
The Namib Desert.
Multiple Choice: Which animal is known for its ability to go without water for long periods? A) Elephant B) Camel C) Lion
B) Camel.
Name one adaptation of desert reptiles.
They have scales to prevent water loss.
Fill in the blank: The ______ Desert is the largest desert in the world.
Antarctic
True or False: Desert plants have bright flowers to attract pollinators.
True.
What do desert animals mainly eat?
Plants and other small animals.
Which plant is commonly found in the desert and can store water?
Cactus.
What is the primary source of water for desert animals?
From the food they eat.
