Which of the following is not a biome?

2018

Which of the following is not a biome?

  1. A.

    Desert

  2. B.

    Grassland

  3. C.

    Ecosystem

  4. D.

    Tundra

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Correct answer: C

To understand the answer, we need to look at the hierarchy of biological organization in ecology:

  1. Biome: A large geographical area characterized by a specific climate and distinct types of plant and animal groups. Examples include Deserts, Grasslands, Tundra, and Tropical Rainforests.

  2. Ecosystem: This is a smaller unit than a biome. It refers to the interaction of living organisms (biotic) with their physical environment (abiotic) in a specific area. A biome is actually made up of many different ecosystems.

In short, "Ecosystem" is a general term for the interaction itself, while Desert, Grassland, and Tundra are specific types of biomes.

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