Question

the photographs show the six major land biomes. identify each biome. write the name of the correct biome on the line below each photograph.
figure b

1. this photograph shows a

__________ biome.
figure c

1. this photograph shows a

__________ biome.
figure d

1. this photograph shows a

__________ biome.
figure e

1. this photograph shows a

__________ biome.

Explanation:

• Figure B: The presence of sand dunes is a characteristic feature of the desert biome. Deserts are arid regions with low precipitation.
• Figure C: The moose and coniferous trees (evergreen trees) are typical of the taiga (boreal forest) biome. It has cold winters and moderate - length summers.
• Figure D: The dense vegetation with broad - leaved plants (like ferns) is indicative of the tropical rainforest biome. It has high rainfall and warm temperatures throughout the year.
• Figure E: The open grassy area with grazing animals is characteristic of the grassland biome. Grasslands have a dominance of grasses and are often used for grazing.

Answer:

1. desert
2. taiga (boreal forest)
3. tropical rainforest
4. grassland