Question 1

-Trumpet trees (Tabebuia caraiba),a dry-season deciduous tree,would likely be found in which of the following biomes?

Accepted Answer

A) Tropical seasonal forest and scrub 
B) Desert 
C) Midlatitude grassland 
D) Tropical rain forest 
A) Tropical seasonal forest and scrub 
B) Desert 
C) Midlatitude grassland 
D) Tropical rain forest A

Question 2

In general,the tropical seasonal forest and scrub biome has more erratic rainfall than the tropical rain forest biome.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Fire is an important ecological factor in the tropical savanna and midlatitude Mediterranean shrublands biomes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an issue in biodiversity conservation in the 21st century?

Accepted Answer

A) Threats to endangered species 
B) Human population growth 
C) The ill effects of climate change 
D) Biodiversity conservation in the 21st century requires addressing threats to endangered species,the ill effects of climate change,and human population pressures. 
A) Threats to endangered species 
B) Human population growth 
C) The ill effects of climate change 
D) Biodiversity conservation in the 21st century requires addressing threats to endangered species,the ill effects of climate change,and human population pressures.

Question 5

The subdiscipline of biogeography that utilizes biogeographic principles,theories,and analyses to solve problems in biodiversity management is known as

Accepted Answer

A) conservation biogeography. 
B) historical biogeography. 
C) phylogenetic biogeography. 
D) island biogeography. 
A) conservation biogeography. 
B) historical biogeography. 
C) phylogenetic biogeography. 
D) island biogeography.

Question 6

Of all the natural biomes,this one is most modified by human activity.

Accepted Answer

A) Midlatitude grassland 
B) Midlatitude broadleaf and mixed forest 
C) Tropical rainforest 
D) Tropical savanna 
A) Midlatitude grassland 
B) Midlatitude broadleaf and mixed forest 
C) Tropical rainforest 
D) Tropical savanna

Question 7

Discuss the vegetation,soil orders,temperature patterns,and state of the environment in the biome in which you live.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary depending on

Question 8

Despite widespread tropical deforestation,tropical rain forests are able to quickly regenerate owing to the extremely fertile conditions in the biome.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Local names of this biome include the Chaco,Caatinga,brigalow,and dornveld.

Accepted Answer

A) Arctic and alpine tundra 
B) Tropical rain forest 
C) Tropical seasonal forest and scrub 
D) Mediterranean shrubland 
A) Arctic and alpine tundra 
B) Tropical rain forest 
C) Tropical seasonal forest and scrub 
D) Mediterranean shrubland

Question 10

The most modified biome by human activity is the midlatitude grasslands.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The most extensive anthropogenic biome is croplands.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Invasive species represent a threat to biodiversity worldwide.Based on either the examples presented in the textbook or outside sources,describe several invasive species of concern in your area.What factors contributed to their spread.Why are these species of concern,both in a broad context,as well as within your area.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary depending on

Question 13

The 98th meridian marks an important biophysical mark in North America for this biome where increasing aridity produces vegetation of a distinctly different height.

Accepted Answer

A) Midlatitude grassland 
B) Mediterranean shrubland 
C) Desert 
D) Midlatitude broadleaf and mixed forest 
A) Midlatitude grassland 
B) Mediterranean shrubland 
C) Desert 
D) Midlatitude broadleaf and mixed forest

Question 14

Discuss the main concepts of island biogeography.How has it been applied to the formation of biosphere reserves?

Accepted Answer

In the late 1960s,MacArthur and Wilson p

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the climate characteristics of the tropical seasonal forest and scrub?

Accepted Answer

A) Low precipitation and exceptionally hot 
B) Consistently warm and wet 
C) Monsoonal rains and always warm 
D) Moderate due to maritime effects 
A) Low precipitation and exceptionally hot 
B) Consistently warm and wet 
C) Monsoonal rains and always warm 
D) Moderate due to maritime effects

Question 16

In which of the following biomes would one likely find wolf,elk,moose,bear,lynx,beaver,wolverine,and a number of migratory birds?

Accepted Answer

A) Tropical rain forest 
B) Boreal and montane forest 
C) Desert 
D) Tropical savanna 
A) Tropical rain forest 
B) Boreal and montane forest 
C) Desert 
D) Tropical savanna

Question 17

Tropical savannas are treeless areas in the equatorial region.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following best describes the vegetation of the tropical seasonal forest and scrub biome?

Accepted Answer

A) Broadleaf evergreen 
B) Xerophytic 
C) Sclerophyllous 
D) Semideciduous 
A) Broadleaf evergreen 
B) Xerophytic 
C) Sclerophyllous 
D) Semideciduous

Question 19

The flora and fauna of this biome is characterized by high biodiversity,including many lianas,epiphytes,and arboreal animal species,such as sloths,monkeys,lemurs,and snakes.

Accepted Answer

A) Tropical rain forest 
B) Mediterranean shrubland 
C) Temperate rain forest 
D) Boreal and montane forest 
A) Tropical rain forest 
B) Mediterranean shrubland 
C) Temperate rain forest 
D) Boreal and montane forest

Question 20

Rainforests occupy approximately________ of the worldʹs land area,but represent about ________of Earthʹs species.

Accepted Answer

A) 7%; 50% 
B) 2%; 12% 
C) 10%; 35% 
D) 12%; 65% 
A) 7%; 50% 
B) 2%; 12% 
C) 10%; 35% 
D) 12%; 65%

-Trumpet trees (Tabebuia caraiba),a dry-season deciduous tree,would likely be found in which of the following biomes?

In general,the tropical seasonal forest and scrub biome has more erratic rainfall than the tropical rain forest biome.

Fire is an important ecological factor in the tropical savanna and midlatitude Mediterranean shrublands biomes.

Which of the following is NOT an issue in biodiversity conservation in the 21st century?

The subdiscipline of biogeography that utilizes biogeographic principles,theories,and analyses to solve problems in biodiversity management is known as

Of all the natural biomes,this one is most modified by human activity.

Discuss the vegetation,soil orders,temperature patterns,and state of the environment in the biome in which you live.

Despite widespread tropical deforestation,tropical rain forests are able to quickly regenerate owing to the extremely fertile conditions in the biome.

Local names of this biome include the Chaco,Caatinga,brigalow,and dornveld.

The most modified biome by human activity is the midlatitude grasslands.

The most extensive anthropogenic biome is croplands.

The 98th meridian marks an important biophysical mark in North America for this biome where increasing aridity produces vegetation of a distinctly different height.

Discuss the main concepts of island biogeography.How has it been applied to the formation of biosphere reserves?

Which of the following best describes the climate characteristics of the tropical seasonal forest and scrub?

In which of the following biomes would one likely find wolf,elk,moose,bear,lynx,beaver,wolverine,and a number of migratory birds?

Tropical savannas are treeless areas in the equatorial region.

Which of the following best describes the vegetation of the tropical seasonal forest and scrub biome?

The flora and fauna of this biome is characterized by high biodiversity,including many lianas,epiphytes,and arboreal animal species,such as sloths,monkeys,lemurs,and snakes.

Rainforests occupy approximately of the worldʹs land area,but represent about of Earthʹs species.

The Science of Geography

The Solar System,sun,and Earth

Energy Balance Essentials

Wind Essentials

Waterʹs Unique Properties

Water on Earth

Review of Earthʹs Climate System

Population Growth and Fossil Fuel Burning the Setting for Climate Change

The Pace of Change

Earthʹs Surface Relief Features

Landmass Denudation

Drainage Basins and Drainage Patterns

Global Oceans and Seas

Snow Into Ice--The Basis of Glaciers

Soil Development and Soil Profiles

Energy Flows and Nutrient Cycles

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Exam 17: Biogeographic Divisions

-Trumpet trees (Tabebuia caraiba),a dry-season deciduous tree,would likely be found in which of the following biomes?

In general,the tropical seasonal forest and scrub biome has more erratic rainfall than the tropical rain forest biome.

Fire is an important ecological factor in the tropical savanna and midlatitude Mediterranean shrublands biomes.

Which of the following is NOT an issue in biodiversity conservation in the 21st century?

The subdiscipline of biogeography that utilizes biogeographic principles,theories,and analyses to solve problems in biodiversity management is known as

Of all the natural biomes,this one is most modified by human activity.

Discuss the vegetation,soil orders,temperature patterns,and state of the environment in the biome in which you live.

Despite widespread tropical deforestation,tropical rain forests are able to quickly regenerate owing to the extremely fertile conditions in the biome.

Local names of this biome include the Chaco,Caatinga,brigalow,and dornveld.

The most modified biome by human activity is the midlatitude grasslands.

The most extensive anthropogenic biome is croplands.

The 98th meridian marks an important biophysical mark in North America for this biome where increasing aridity produces vegetation of a distinctly different height.

Discuss the main concepts of island biogeography.How has it been applied to the formation of biosphere reserves?

Which of the following best describes the climate characteristics of the tropical seasonal forest and scrub?

In which of the following biomes would one likely find wolf,elk,moose,bear,lynx,beaver,wolverine,and a number of migratory birds?

Tropical savannas are treeless areas in the equatorial region.

Which of the following best describes the vegetation of the tropical seasonal forest and scrub biome?

The flora and fauna of this biome is characterized by high biodiversity,including many lianas,epiphytes,and arboreal animal species,such as sloths,monkeys,lemurs,and snakes.

Rainforests occupy approximately________ of the worldʹs land area,but represent about ________of Earthʹs species.

The Science of Geography

The Solar System,sun,and Earth

Energy Balance Essentials

Wind Essentials

Waterʹs Unique Properties

Water on Earth

Review of Earthʹs Climate System

Population Growth and Fossil Fuel Burning the Setting for Climate Change

The Pace of Change

Earthʹs Surface Relief Features

Landmass Denudation

Drainage Basins and Drainage Patterns

Global Oceans and Seas

Snow Into Ice--The Basis of Glaciers

Soil Development and Soil Profiles

Energy Flows and Nutrient Cycles

Filters

Rainforests occupy approximately of the worldʹs land area,but represent about of Earthʹs species.