AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Climate is a major factor in determining types of life that reside in a particular biome, and there are several factors that influence climate, such as latitude, geographic features, and atmospheric processes disseminating heat and moisture. The number of biomes that exist is debated by scientists.

Detailed explanation-2: -A biome is an area classified according to the species that live in that location. Temperature range, soil type, and the amount of light and water are unique to a particular place and form the niches for specific species allowing scientists to define the biome.

Detailed explanation-3: -Terrestrial biomes include all the land areas on Earth where organisms live. The distinguishing features of terrestrial biomes are determined mainly by climate. For example, in arid climates, plants may have special tissues for storing water. Biodiversity generally increases from the poles to the equator.

Detailed explanation-4: -True-Biomes are defined by their climate and life forms. True-Grasslands receive less precipitation than other biomes. True-Deserts can be cold. False-The tundra has the harshest climate of all biomes.