Biomes, adaptations, and interdependence.
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- What is a desert biome?
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A hot, dry place with very little rain.
- What is a rainforest biome?
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A hot, wet place with many tall trees and plants.
- What is a marine or ocean biome?
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A saltwater environment where fish, whales, and corals live.
- What is a forest biome?
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A land area covered mostly with trees.
- What is a grassland or savanna?
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A large area of grasses with few trees.
- What is a tundra biome?
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A very cold, frozen place with short plants and no trees.
- How do polar bears stay warm?
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They have thick fur and a layer of fat called blubber under their skin.
- How do camels survive in the desert?
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They store water in their humps and have thick fur to protect them from heat.
- How do birds fly?
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They have wings covered with feathers that provide lift into the air.
- How do snakes blend into their surroundings?
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They have patterns or colors that match their environment, called camouflage.
- How do some animals survive cold winters?
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They hibernate, which means they sleep through the cold months.
- Why do some desert plants have waxy leaves?
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The waxy coating helps the leaves hold water inside the plant.
- Why do some plants have very long roots?
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Long roots reach deep into the soil to find water in dry places.
- Why do some trees drop their leaves in winter?
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They drop leaves to save water and energy during the cold months.
- What is a producer in a food chain?
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A plant that makes its own food using energy from sunlight.