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3 abiotic factors
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1. water
2. soil 3. climate |
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3 biotic examples
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1. tree
2. animals 3. Lexi Uplinger |
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What is a marsh?
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A marsh is a treeless wetland ecosystem.
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What is a swamp?
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A swamp is a wetland ecosystem where trees and vines grow.
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Describe the soil of a tropical rainforest
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the soil is actually very thin and poor in nutrients. because the soil is so thin, many trees grow above-ground roots for extra support.
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Name 3 'other; names for a Grassland Biome
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1.steppes
2. prairies 3. pampas |
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what is the season called in a savanna when it rains....no not rainy
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wet season
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what is the most biological diverse biome?
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the tropical rain forest
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what is permafrost? what happens when permafrost 'heats' up?
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the layer of soil beneath the surface soil stays frozen. it only thaws
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3 areas of the intertidal zone
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1. mudflats
2. sandy beaches 3. rocky shores |