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What is a biome?
A large geographic area characterized by specific climate conditions and unique plant and animal communities.
What is permafrost?
Permanently frozen soil, characteristic of the tundra biome.
How does deforestation affect tropical rainforests?
Leads to habitat loss, decreased biodiversity, and soil erosion.
How does climate change impact the tundra?
Causes permafrost to melt, releasing greenhouse gases and altering the landscape.
What is the effect of permafrost melting?
Release of greenhouse gases, changes to landscape, and impacts on infrastructure.
What is the effect of deforestation in rainforests?
Loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, and climate change.
How does climate change affect biomes?
Shifts biome boundaries, alters species distribution, and increases extreme weather events.