Transcript Biomes
Section 15-3, 15-4 and 15-5 “Biomes” Write everything that is underlined
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Because we can’t take a trip around the world, I’m trying to give you a visual of all the diverse places on Earth
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Tropical rain forest biomes produce lush forests.
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warm temperature
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abundant precipitation all year Source: World Meteorological Organization
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B1_FO5-2P1Y
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Grassland biomes are where the primary plant life is grass.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RmUK3tMsp6Y
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Desert biomes are characterized by a very arid (dry) climate.
Tucson, Arizona Source: National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPnkvJ7qmVI
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Temperate forest biomes include deciduous forests and rain forests.
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Temperate deciduous forests have hot summers and cold winters.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woYUntbc87A
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The taiga biome is located in cooler northern climates.
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long winters and short summers
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small amount of precipitation Banff, Canada Source: Environment Canada
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Vxh8MzvFBw
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The tundra biome is found in the far northern latitudes with long winters.
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winter lasts 10 months Barrow, Alaska Source: National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration
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limited precipitation
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permafrost
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LO1QSuHlsY
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Coral reefs are found in warm waters.
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tropical climate zone
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great amount of biomass
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_syVb8jZu4Y
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Kelp forests are found in cold, nutrient-rich waters.
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large communities of seaweed
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great amount of biomass
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An estuary is a partially enclosed body of water.
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mixture of fresh water with salt water
15.3 / 15.4 / 15.5 Biomes Freshwater ecosystems include moving and standing water.
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Wetlands are among the most productive ecosystems.
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provide a home for many species
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filter dirty water
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renew underground water supply