Ecology Quiz

Which 2 biomes are the most similar with regard to rainfall?

A. tundra/tiaga B. tundra/desert C. rainforest/savanna D. temperate forest/prairie

Which biome is characterized by a layer of permafrost?

Biodiversity is greatest in which biome?

The eastern US is dominated by what biome?

In which biome of Africa would you find lions, giraffes, and elephants?

All the different species of an ecosystem are referred to as the A. biome B. community C. population D. abiotic factors

Which of the following represents an ecosystem?

A. lake B. fish tank C. prairie

All of the nonliving parts of an ecosystem are referred to as…

Which of the following is a biotic factor in an ecosystem?

A. bacteria B. soil C. temperature D. rain

The types and numbers of species in a given area is most greatly determined by the area’s A. Biotic factors B. precipitation C. climate D. biodiversity