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QuizMultiple Choice

Freshwater and Marine Biomes

Question 4 • NC-Earth Environmental Science LB

What is the difference between the grassland and savanna biomes?

Answer
A
Grassland biomes are closer to the equator and receive more rain.
B
Savanna biomes are closer to the equator and receive more rain.
C
Grassland biomes contain mostly grasses.
D
Savanna biomes contain mostly grasses.

Explanation

Savannas are tropical grasslands, generally found closer to the equator, and they receive more rainfall than temperate grasslands. Both biomes are dominated by grasses, but savannas also commonly have scattered trees, so choices C and D do not describe the main difference.

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