#1
Which of the following is NOT a major terrestrial biome?
Coral reef
ExplanationCoral reefs are aquatic ecosystems, not terrestrial biomes.
#2
Which biome is characterized by permafrost and low-growing vegetation?
Taiga
ExplanationTaiga is known for its permafrost and sparse, low-growing vegetation.
#3
Which biome is characterized by the presence of permafrost?
Tundra
ExplanationTundra biomes are defined by their permafrost layer.
#4
Which biome is often found at the base of mountains and experiences four distinct seasons?
Temperate Deciduous Forest
ExplanationTemperate Deciduous Forests are found at mountain bases and have four seasons.
#5
Which biome is characterized by its high annual rainfall, warm temperatures, and dense vegetation?
Tropical Rainforest
ExplanationTropical Rainforests have high rainfall, warm temperatures, and dense vegetation.
#6
Which biome is also known as the 'prairie'?
Grassland
ExplanationGrassland biomes are often referred to as 'prairies'.
#7
Which biome is characterized by its vast expanses of grasses and occasional trees?
Savanna
ExplanationSavannas are characterized by vast grasslands with scattered trees.
#8
Which biome has the highest biodiversity?
Tropical Rainforest
ExplanationTropical Rainforests exhibit the highest biodiversity due to their complex ecosystems.
#9
Which of the following is a characteristic of a chaparral biome?
Long, hot summers with drought-resistant plants
ExplanationChaparral biomes are known for their long, hot summers and plants adapted to drought.
#10
Which biome is characterized by its vast, treeless plains and extreme cold temperatures?
Tundra
ExplanationTundra is known for its vast treeless plains and cold temperatures.
#11
Which biome is often referred to as 'the lungs of the Earth'?
Tropical Rainforest
ExplanationTropical Rainforests are known as 'the lungs of the Earth' due to their oxygen production.
#12
Which biome is characterized by its cold winters, coniferous forests, and large mammals such as moose and bears?
Taiga
ExplanationTaiga biomes have cold winters, coniferous forests, and large mammals.
#13
Which biome is characterized by its hot, dry climate and limited vegetation?
Desert
ExplanationDeserts are known for their hot, dry climates and sparse vegetation.
#14
Which biome is characterized by its moderate temperature, abundant rainfall, and diverse range of deciduous trees?
Temperate Deciduous Forest
ExplanationTemperate Deciduous Forests have moderate temperatures, abundant rainfall, and diverse deciduous trees.
#15
Which biome is characterized by its extreme temperature fluctuations and low precipitation?
Desert
ExplanationDeserts experience extreme temperature changes and minimal rainfall.
#16
Which biome is characterized by its long, cold winters and short, wet summers?
Temperate Deciduous Forest
ExplanationTemperate Deciduous Forests have long, cold winters and short, wet summers.
#17
Which biome is characterized by its low-lying vegetation and seasonal flooding?
Swamp
ExplanationSwamps have low-lying vegetation and experience seasonal flooding.
#18
Which biome is characterized by its flat terrain and lack of trees?
Savanna
ExplanationSavannas have flat terrain and lack significant tree cover.
#19
Which biome is characterized by its thick canopy of evergreen trees and acidic soil?
Taiga
ExplanationTaiga biomes feature a thick canopy of evergreen trees and acidic soil.