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Question 2 • Environmental Science A

The chaparral biome is best characterized by _______.

Answer
A
large, contiguous regions of shrubland
B
small regions interspersed with other biomes
C
large noncontiguous regions interspersed with other biomes
D
the animals dwelling in it

Explanation

Chaparral occurs in relatively small, scattered areas, often near coastlines with Mediterranean climates. These patches are interspersed with other biomes rather than forming large, continuous regions. Therefore, “small regions interspersed with other biomes” is the best choice.

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