An ecosystem dominated by lichens, mosses, grasses, and woody plants. It is generally found at high latitudes. It is described as having a marshy surface where mosses, lichens, berries and low shrubs grow with mucky soil and permafrost underneath.

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

A	Taiga
B	Temperate Forest
C	Tundra
D	Savanna

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Expert-Verified Answer. Explanation: Tundra is a type of biome characterized by low temperature and short growth season and generally found at high latitudes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Definition: A type of ecosystem dominated by lichens, mosses, grasses, and woody plants. Tundra is found at high latitudes (arctic tundra) and high altitudes (alpine tundra).

Detailed explanation-3: -Tundra vegetation. The correct option is D. Explanation of correct option: Mosses and lichens are simple living organisms that grow on rocks and trees. Mosses are non-flowering plants known as bryophytes.

Detailed explanation-4: -Mosses and lichens are mostly found in tundra vegetation. The climatic condition of tundra, which does not exceed 10˚C in the summer season, makes it difficult for plants to survive, thus lichens are of great importance. Reindeers of the Arctic tundra region depend on lichens for their survival.

Detailed explanation-5: -Mosses and lichens are found in the tundra region.

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