MAJOR TERRESTRIAL ECOSYSTEMS
On a global scale, the pattern and range of temperature and precipitation cause the
establishment of ecological similar, terrestrial regions called ______________.
Describe the climate in terms of range of temperature and precipitation for each biomes.
(ex: Desertavg. temp = 7oC - 25 oC; precip = under 50 ml) (Figure #1 P. 56)
Four major biomes dominate Canada’s natural landscape.
Draw a feasible food web for each of the biomes.
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Do questions p. 59 # 1-6
MAJOR AQUATIC ECOSYSTEMS
Aquatic ecosystems are divided into freshwater and marine ecosystems. Lakes, rivers,
bogs and marshes all make up freshwater ecosystems.
Compare oligotrophic and eutrophic bodies of water.
Name a watershed authority in our area.
Briefly describe the key features of 3 marine ecosystems
Intertidal zones have highly variable abiotic conditions that organisms living there must
be adapted to. (ex submerged; then dry)
Do questions p. 62 #1-7