Which of the Following Is Characteristic of Most Terrestrial Biomes

question 69

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is characteristic of most terrestrial biomes?

• A) annual average rainfall in excess of 250 cm
• B) a distribution predicted almost entirely by rock and soil patterns
• C) clear boundaries between adjacent biomes
• D) vegetation demonstrating vertical layering
• E) cold winter months

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Definitions:

Coelacanths

Coelacanths are rare and ancient fish known for their lobed fins, which were once thought to be extinct until living specimens were discovered in 1938.

Lungfishes

A group of freshwater fish known for their ability to breathe air using lungs in addition to gills, found in Africa, South America, and Australia.

Tetrapod

A vertebrate animal that has four limbs or limb-like appendages, including amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.

Convergent Evolution

The process where organisms not closely related independently evolve similar traits as a result of having to adapt to similar environments or ecological niches.