AP BIOLOGY

ECOLOGY

BIOMES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following terrestrial biomes has hibernating mammals?
A
savanna
B
deciduous forest
C
tropical forest
D
desert
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The tundra is located in the northernmost part of the world and features long, cold winters and cool summers. The flora and fauna that inhabit here have developed adaptations to survive in this cold environment, such as thick fur and hibernation ability.

Detailed explanation-2: -Alpine biomes are dry with up to 30ml of rain annually. Because of the fast harsh wind interacting with the high altitude, there is little carbon dioxide so the plants are small-generally shrubs and grasses. Warm blooded mammals live here, often hibernating or migrating for the winter months.

Detailed explanation-3: -So, the correct option is ‘Deciduous forest and arctic tundra’.

Detailed explanation-4: -This chapter describes some of the major terrestrial biomes in the world; tropical forests, savannas, deserts, temperate grasslands, temperate deciduous forests, Mediterranean scrub, coniferous forests, and tundra (Figure 4). Life forms can be classified by the location of perennating tissue and plant types.

Detailed explanation-5: -Terrestrial biomes are forests, grassland, desert, and tundra.

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