Overview
The desert biome is a fascinating and diverse ecosystem characterized by its extreme conditions, including low rainfall and temperature fluctuations. Despite these harsh environments, deserts are home to a variety of life forms that have developed unique adaptations to survive. Plants like cacti sto...
Key Terms
Example: The desert biome is characterized by its dry conditions.
Example: Deserts receive less than 10 inches of precipitation annually.
Example: Cacti have thick skins to reduce water loss.
Example: The desert ecosystem includes plants, animals, and soil.
Example: Cacti are xerophytes that store water in their stems.
Example: Overgrazing can lead to desertification of grasslands.
Related Topics
Tundra Biome
A cold, treeless biome with low temperatures and short growing seasons.
intermediateSavanna Biome
A grassland ecosystem characterized by trees and large herbivores, with seasonal rainfall.
intermediateClimate Change
The long-term alteration of temperature and typical weather patterns in a place.
advancedKey Concepts
ClimateFlora and FaunaAdaptationsEcosystem