One Biome Type That Has Not Been as Badly Threatened

question 4

Multiple Choice

One biome type that has not been as badly threatened as other biomes is

• A)arctic tundra.
• B)tropical rainforests.
• C)grasslands.
• D)temperate forests.
• E)southern pine forests.

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Definitions:

Aerobic Respiration

A cellular process in which oxygen is used to metabolize glucose, producing ATP, the primary energy currency in cells, along with carbon dioxide and water as byproducts.

Anaerobic Respiration

The process of generating energy in cells without oxygen, typically producing lactic acid or ethanol.

ATPs

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that stores and transports chemical energy within cells for metabolic processes.

Collagen

A protein that is the main component of connective tissues, providing strength, elasticity, and structure to skin, bones, tendons, and ligaments.