The Tundra

The large size of the musk ox _______. a. helps minimize heat loss b. is offset by its long legs c. helps the animal graze less often d. helps maximize heat loss

A

The tundra is located _______. a. north of the equator b. south of the equator c. along the equator d. both north and south of the equator

A

Why is there limited vegetation in the tundra? a. The soil is frozen and devoid of nutrients. b. There is frequent flooding and the soil is nutrient-poor. c. There is frequent flooding and the soil is nutrient-rich. d. The soil is frozen and contains pockets rich in nutrients.

A

Organisms that live in the tundra biome have developed unique adaptations that aid in their survival. Which of the following adaptations is not seen in the tundra bumblebee? a.Its body is covered in dense hairs that help it conserve heat. b.It is active only under warm conditions. c.It can "shiver" to generate heat. d.It is able to keep its body temperature approximately 75ºF above ambient temperature.

B

This is the world's coldest biome. It receives only 6-10 inches of precipitation per year and has a permanently frozen layer of earth called permafrost. The soil is nutrient-poor with very little vegetation. a. taiga b. tundra c. deciduous forest d. alpine

B

Which of the following animals has fur that changes color with the season? a. polar bear b. arctic fox c. wolverine d. lynx

B

Which of the following is an adaptation to permafrost? a. retention of dead leaves b. dense hairs c. shallow roots d. waxy leaves

C

What type of vegetation is not frequently found in the tundra? a.mosses b. shrubs c. lichens d. trees

D

Fish do not live in the icy rivers of the tundra.

F

Which of the following is an adaptation to permafrost? a. retention of dead leaves b. dense hairs c. shallow roots d. waxy leaves

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