Effects of climate change on biomes

High school (ages 12+)
Environment & Earth

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/effects-of-climate-change-on-biomes

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the primary biomes affected?Arctic Tundra, Boreal Forests, Coral Reefs, Deserts, Temperate Forests
2. What is the key greenhouse gases?Carbon Dioxide (CO2), Methane (CH4), Nitrous Oxide (N2O)
3. What is a biome and why is it important?A biome is a big area on Earth that has its own climate, plants, and animals. It helps us understand how different living places work together.
4. How is climate change affecting forests?Warming and drier weather make forests more likely to catch fire and get pests. Some trees are also moving north to find cooler spots.

Anthropogenic: Originating from human activity, especially environmental pollution.
Phenology: The study of cyclic and seasonal natural phenomena, especially in relation to climate and plant and animal life.
Ecosystem Resilience: The capacity of an ecosystem to cope with a disturbance and maintain its basic functions and structure.