Question

match each ecosystem with its location.
match
term\tdefinition
alpine\ta) alaska and northern canada
tundra\tb) high mountain ranges
grassland\tc) central united states
deciduous forest\td) eastern united states
desert\te) southwestern united states

Explanation:

To solve this ecosystem - location matching problem, we use our knowledge of different ecosystems and their typical geographical locations:

1. Alpine Ecosystem: Alpine ecosystems are found in high - altitude areas, specifically in high mountain ranges. So, Alpine (Term) matches with B) High mountain ranges (Definition).
2. Tundra Ecosystem: Tundra is characterized by cold, treeless landscapes and is typically found in the far - northern regions such as Alaska and Northern Canada. Thus, Tundra (Term) matches with A) Alaska and Northern Canada (Definition).
3. Grassland Ecosystem: Grasslands in the United States are commonly found in the central part of the country. So, Grassland (Term) matches with C) Central United States (Definition).
4. Deciduous Forest Ecosystem: Deciduous forests, with their trees that shed leaves seasonally, are prevalent in the Eastern United States. Hence, Deciduous forest (Term) matches with D) Eastern United States (Definition).
5. Desert Ecosystem: Deserts in the United States are mainly located in the Southwestern part. So, Desert (Term) matches with E) Southwestern United States (Definition).

Answer:

• Alpine - B) High mountain ranges
• Tundra - A) Alaska and Northern Canada
• Grassland - C) Central United States
• Deciduous forest - D) Eastern United States
• Desert - E) Southwestern United States