6.5.2 - Deserts
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Practice Questions
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What defines a desert?
💡 Hint: Think about what makes these landscapes dry.
Name one plant that thrives in deserts.
💡 Hint: They are known for their ability to store water.
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What is the main characteristic of deserts?
💡 Hint: Remember how much rain they typically receive.
True or False: Cacti are examples of xerophyte plants.
💡 Hint: Consider what it means to be a xerophyte.
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Analyze how a changing climate could impact desert ecosystems over the next decade.
💡 Hint: Consider both the direct and indirect effects of temperature changes.
Propose a conservation strategy for protecting desert animals facing habitat loss.
💡 Hint: Think about how human activities could be managed.
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