Question

which two biomes have a temperature range that does not go below freezing?
chaparral and tropical rainforest
taiga and desert
temperate deciduous forest and chaparral
tundra and tropical rainforest

Explanation:

• Chaparral: It has a Mediterranean - type climate. The average annual temperature is around \(18^{\circ}C\). Winters are mild, and temperatures rarely drop below freezing.
• Tropical rainforest: The climate is warm and humid throughout the year. The average temperature is between \(20 - 28^{\circ}C\). The high humidity and consistent solar input keep the temperature well above the freezing point (\(0^{\circ}C\)).
• Taiga: Also known as boreal forest. Winters are long, cold (temperatures can drop well below freezing, often reaching \(- 40^{\circ}C\) or lower in some areas).
• Desert: Some deserts (e.g., cold deserts like the Gobi Desert) can have freezing temperatures in winter. Even hot deserts can have cooler nights, but in general, the key is that not all deserts meet the non - freezing requirement.
• Temperate deciduous forest: Winters are cold, with temperatures frequently dropping below freezing.
• Tundra: Extremely cold climate. Temperatures are well below freezing for most of the year.

Answer:

chaparral and tropical rainforest