Question

31 1. which biome has a climate that is very cold and dry? a tundra b grassland c coniferous fores d deciduous forest

Explanation:

To determine the biome with a very cold and dry climate, we analyze each option:

• Option A (Tundra): Tundra biomes are characterized by extremely cold temperatures and low precipitation, resulting in a dry environment with permafrost.
• Option B (Grassland): Grasslands have more moderate climates (either temperate or tropical - savanna) and are not defined by extreme cold and dryness.
• Option C (Coniferous forest): Coniferous forests (taiga) have cold climates but are generally more humid than tundra, with more precipitation and less extreme dryness.
• Option D (Deciduous forest): Deciduous forests have moderate, seasonal climates and are not very cold and dry.

Thus, the tundra matches the description of a very cold and dry climate.

Answer:

A. Tundra