SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

WORLD GEOGRAPHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a biome?
A
A major type of ecological community mainly defined by distinctive natural vegetation and animal groups
B
A specific type of climate found in or near low latitudes in areas otherwise referred to as the Tropics
C
A region that receives continual rainfall which strips the soil of its nutrients but contributes to thick vegetation
D
Plant life that grows in a certain area if people have not changed the natural environment
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A biome is commonly defined as a large category of ecosystem characterised by its distinctive association of plants and animals, which in turn are best adapted to the climate, topography and soils of the region [1].

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. However, scientists disagree on how many biomes exist.

Detailed explanation-3: -A biome is a large community of vegetation and wildlife adapted to a specific climate.

Detailed explanation-4: -biome, also called major life zone, the largest geographic biotic unit, a major community of plants and animals with similar life forms and environmental conditions. It includes various communities and is named for the dominant type of vegetation, such as grassland or coniferous forest.

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