Which of These Biomes Receives the Least Amount of Rainfall

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which of these biomes receives the least amount of rainfall, and therefore has low primary production, nutrient-poor soil, and plant species that are adapted for water-storage?

• A)tundra
• B)alpine
• C)chaparral
• D)desert
• E)savannah

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Definitions:

Poisonous Snakes

Snakes that contain venom harmful to humans or animals if injected via bites or ingested.

Camouflage

The adaptation of an organism's appearance, by color, pattern, or shape, to blend in with its environment to hide from predators or to ambush prey.

Batesian Mimicry

A form of mimicry where a harmless species evolves to imitate the warning signals of a harmful species to deter predators.

Poison Arrow Frog

A group of brightly colored frogs, native to tropical Central and South America, known for the potent toxin secreted through their skin.