Asked by Hannah Santomassimo on Jun 16, 2024
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Which biome is most likely to be found on the top of a very tall mountain in a tropical zone?
A) a temperate deciduous forest
B) a grassland
C) a desert
D) a tundra
Temperate Deciduous Forest
A biome characterized by four distinct seasons and deciduous trees that lose their leaves annually.
Tropical Zone
The Earth's region located between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, characterized by warm temperatures year-round.
- Identify the effects of latitude, altitude, and climate on biodiversity and ecosystem types.
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Klarissa BuenoJun 17, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A tundra biome is characterized by very low temperatures, strong winds, and short growing seasons, making it ideal for the top of a very tall mountain in a tropical zone where the altitude produces cool temperatures similar to those found in a tundra biome. A temperate deciduous forest would not be found in a tropical zone and requires a much lower elevation. Grasslands and deserts thrive in warmer temperatures with less precipitation than a tundra biome, making them less likely to be found on the top of a very tall mountain in a tropical zone.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the effects of latitude, altitude, and climate on biodiversity and ecosystem types.