Asked by Vinnie Bakerian on Jun 17, 2024
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Which statement about Earth's biomes is FALSE?
A) Biomes near the poles have less rainfall than biomes on the equator.
B) Altitude can result in biomes that are not characteristic for a particular latitude.
C) Deserts have less rainfall due to their distance from the ocean.
D) Rainforests occur in both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere.
E) Deserts occur in both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere.
Earth's Biomes
Large ecological areas on the planet's surface, defined by distinctive climate, soil, and vegetation types, such as deserts, forests, and tundra.
Altitude
The height of an object or point in relation to sea level or ground level.
Latitude
A geographic coordinate that specifies the north-south position of a point on the Earth's surface.
- Acknowledge the critical influence of meteorological factors such as temperature and precipitation on the allocation of biomes.
- Connect climate and geographical elements with the worldwide spread of biomes.
Verified Answer
AR
Ann Rovin Mile TaytayJun 21, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Deserts form not just because of their distance from the ocean, but due to various factors including atmospheric circulation patterns, rain shadow effects, and cold ocean currents. The statement oversimplifies desert formation.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the critical influence of meteorological factors such as temperature and precipitation on the allocation of biomes.
- Connect climate and geographical elements with the worldwide spread of biomes.
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