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What is a desert?
A desert is a biome with a dry climate.
What is a famous plant from the desert?
Cactus
What are adaptations?
Adaptations are what help living things survive in their environment.
What is night time in the desert like?
Much cooler than the day time
What is desert soil like?
Desert soil is sandy soil.
Why do animals adapt? (change)
The adapt to protect themselves
What adaptations do desert plants have?
They have special roots that help them take in water.
Why does a cactus have a thick stem?
To store water.
What type of roots does a mesquite tree have?
Long roots to help it find water deep underground.
What are nocturnal animals?
Animals that sleep in the day and are active at night.
Why does a desert rabbit have very large ears?
To let heat from it's body escape.
What does camouflage mean?
Camouflage is the ability to blend in with one's environment.
What is a grassland?
A biome covered with grass
What is a temperate climate?
Temperate climates have four seasons
Describe the soil in a temperate grassland.
The soil is rich in humus.
What is a tropical climate?
A tropical climate is a climate that has a wet and dry season and is warm all year.
