Asked by Zahida Qureshi on Sep 24, 2024
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In which biome would thick,spongy mats of low-growing plants be a typical characteristic?
A) coniferous forest
B) arctic tundra
C) tall-grass prairie
D) tropical forest
Arctic Tundra
A biome characterized by a cold, desert-like climate located at high latitudes above the Arctic Circle, with permafrost and minimal vegetation.
Coniferous Forest
A biome characterized by evergreen trees with needles and cones, often found in cooler northern latitudes.
- Decode the features and spatial distribution of different ecosystems.
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AYUSHMAN MISHRA4 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Thick, spongy mats of low-growing plants are a typical characteristic of the arctic tundra biome. This is because the tundra has a short growing season and limited nutrients, so the plants that grow there are adapted to grow low to the ground and create insulating mats to protect themselves from the cold and wind.
Learning Objectives
- Decode the features and spatial distribution of different ecosystems.