Practice Tundra (6.5.4) - Biosphere – Life on the Earth

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Question 1.
What is the main characteristic of the tundra biome?
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Think about the temperatures and the soil conditions.
Question 2.
Name one type of plant found in the tundra.
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What kinds of low-growing plants can survive in cold areas?
3Question 3.
What is permafrost?
- A type of vegetation
- Permanently frozen soil
- A geographical feature
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Remember it's related to how the ground behaves in cold climates.
4Question 4.
True or False: The tundra is home to a diverse range of species.
- True
- False
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Think about the types of flora and fauna that thrive in extreme conditions.
Question 5.
Analyze the role of tundra in global carbon cycling and the potential consequences of climate change on this process.
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Think about carbon storage in terms of ice melting.
Question 6.
Evaluate the biological adaptations of tundra organisms that allow survival in such extreme conditions.
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Consider how animals stay warm and find food.

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