AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The two most commonly used systems are the Walter classification scheme and the Whittaker classification scheme. The Walter system is based on the annual cycles of precipitation and temperature, along with the resulting vegetation that grows due to these conditions.

Detailed explanation-2: -Altitude and latitude, which affect temperature and precipitation determine the distribution of biomes. Figure 22.2. 1: Average annual temperature and annual precipitation are two climatic factors that determine the distribution of biomes.

Detailed explanation-3: -There are five major types of biomes: aquatic, grassland, forest, desert, and tundra, though some of these biomes can be further divided into more specific categories, such as freshwater, marine, savanna, tropical rainforest, temperate rainforest, and taiga. Aquatic biomes include both freshwater and marine biomes.

Detailed explanation-4: -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-5: -Biomes are largely based on the geography and climate of a region. Therefore, a biome is a Geoclimatic zone that is identifiable on a global scale and includes things such as plants and animals.