Praxis II Biology

Answer: A, The biome that is most likely to exist in freezing conditions is tundra. Arctic tundra typically has a temperature of -35^oC.

Key Takeaway: Biomes are large geographical areas with similar ecological and climate conditions. A biome includes all of the plants and animals intrinsic to that area. Biomes are defined by factors including plant structure, leaf type, plant spacing, and climate. Each biome has specific types of climax communities. Biome is often used interchangeably with ecosystem, although that is not completely accurate. All of the biomes on the planet comprise the biosphere.