Respond to statements 113–117 with reference to the five biomes
listed below.
a. tundra
b. grassland
c. desert
d. taiga
e. savanna
M 113. A plant community composed primarily of shrubby
trees widely spaced and surrounded by grasses is this
biome.
M 114. A community composed of herbaceous plants, no
trees, a very short growing season, and relatively few
animal species is likely to be this biome.
E 115. Variable daily temperatures and plants that are
highly resistant to desiccation characterize this
biome.
M 116. This biome has the richest soils.
E 117. Conifers are most likely to be found in this biome.
Answers: 113. e, 114. a, 115. c, 116. b, 117. d
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