Question

the temperate deciduous forest and temperate grassland biomes have the same maximum temperature, but vary widely in species div following would most likely contribute to the difference in plant and animal species?
a. they are at different altitudes
b. they are at different latitudes
c. the forest gets more precipitation
d. the grassland gets more precipitation

Explanation:

To determine the factor contributing to species diversity differences between temperate deciduous forest and temperate grassland (with same max temp), we analyze:

• Option A: Altitude affects temperature, but the question states max temp is same, so altitude is not the cause.
• Option B: Latitude primarily affects temperature (and sunlight), but max temp is same, so latitude is not the cause.
• Option C: Temperate deciduous forests typically receive more precipitation than temperate grasslands. Higher precipitation supports more diverse plant life (trees vs. grasses), which in turn supports diverse animal species.
• Option D: Grasslands have less precipitation than forests, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

C. the forest gets more precipitation