Explain what the difference is between major climate zones and major biomes, and how the two interact

What will be an ideal response


Climate zones are distinctive areas of the planet that have generalized atmospheric conditions that are the same for long periods of time. They are categorized as polar, subarctic, cool temperate, highland, warm temperate, dry, tropical, and major upwelling (for oceans).

The major biomes are large terrestrial (only) regions that are each characterized by certain types of climate and dominant plant life. The climate zones effectively drive the conditions that create the biomes.

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