Overview
The physical geography of extreme environments encompasses the study of unique landscapes and climates found in deserts, polar regions, and mountains. Each of these environments presents distinct challenges for both the organisms that inhabit them and the human activities that occur within them. Und...
Key Terms
Example: Overgrazing can lead to desertification in arid regions.
Example: The Greenland Ice Sheet is a massive glacier.
Example: Mountain ecosystems often have high biodiversity due to varied climates.
Example: Cacti have adapted to store water in their stems.
Example: Permafrost is common in Siberia.
Example: The desert ecosystem includes plants, animals, and soil.
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