Problem 7
Question
From which biome are trees excluded by periodic fires and grazing herbivores? a. tropical rain forest b. thorn forest c. chaparral d. temperate grassland e. arctic tundra
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The correct answer is d. temperate grassland.
1Step 1: Understand the characteristics of each biome
A tropical rain forest is full with trees and has frequent rain, a thorn forest consists mainly of thorny plants adapted to dry environments, chaparral is characterized by shrubs and dry summers, a temperate grassland has rich soil, moderate rainfall, and is often converted into agricultural land and an arctic tundra is found in extremely cold environments with short growing seasons.
2Step 2: Match behaviors to biome
bearing the descriptions in mind, and knowing that the query targets a biome with periodic fires and the presence of grazing herbivores, only one biome fits that behavior: temperate grassland. The fires and heavy grazing prevent tree growth.
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