What is the tundra?

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

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Q1.Temperature is...

the degree or intensity of heat present in the atmosphere. rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to or condenses on the ground.

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Q2.What happens in a biome with low precipitation and extreme temperatures?

It is always cold. They have short growing seasons and poor soil. Lots of vegetation grows.

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Q3.Why is northern Europe significantly warmer than other places equally as far north?

Norther Europe is close to the equator. Norther Europe receives more direct sunlight than anywhere else on the Earth's surface. Ocean currents transfer heat from the tropics to northern Europe.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.Temperature is...

the degree or intensity of heat present in the atmosphere. rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to or condenses on the ground.

1/3

Q2.What happens in a biome with low precipitation and extreme temperatures?

It is always cold. They have short growing seasons and poor soil. Lots of vegetation grows.

2/3

Q3.Why is northern Europe significantly warmer than other places equally as far north?

Norther Europe is close to the equator. Norther Europe receives more direct sunlight than anywhere else on the Earth's surface. Ocean currents transfer heat from the tropics to northern Europe.

3/3

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What is the tundra?

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What is the tundra?

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