What is the taiga?

In this lesson, we are going to be learning about the climatic factors and location of the taiga. We will also learn about the flora and fauna that are present there.

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Q1.Which of the following two countries can you find a tundra in?

Russia and South Africa Canada and Norway Canada and England

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Q2.Why does so little flora grow in the tundra?

There is a thick layer of permafrost that remains below freezing, which means very few plants can grow. The animals eat the flora at a faster rate than the plants can grow. The winters are too long for any flora to grow.

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Tundra plants have adapted to high temperatures and low light strength. Tundra plants have adapted to low temperatures and high light strength. Tundra plants have adapted to low temperatures and low light strength. Tundra plants have adapted to high temperatures and high light strength.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Which of the following two countries can you find a tundra in?

Russia and South Africa Canada and Norway Canada and England

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Q2.Why does so little flora grow in the tundra?

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Q3.Choose the correct option.

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What is the taiga?

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Q1.Name two countries in which you can find a taiga.

Canada and Russia Canada and Australia Canada and India

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Q2.Where does the Sun’s light hit the Earth at the most direct angle?

The equator 30°S 30°N

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Q3.Why are forest fires beneficial in the taiga?

They make the environment warmer for the animals that live there. Animal species die in the fires, making room for new species. They remove old trees and make room for new growth. The ash also makes the soil more fertile.

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What is the taiga?

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Q1.Name two countries in which you can find a taiga.

Canada and Russia Canada and Australia Canada and India

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Q2.Where does the Sun’s light hit the Earth at the most direct angle?

The equator 30°S 30°N

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Q3.Why are forest fires beneficial in the taiga?

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