Grasslands

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Bacteria commonly found in grasslands include Bacillus, Pseudomonas, and Rhizobium. These bacteria play important roles in nutrient cycling, soil health, and plant growth in grassland ecosystems.

Common decomposers found in prairies include fungi (such as mushrooms), bacteria, and invertebrates like earthworms and insects. These organisms break down dead plant and animal material, helping to recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem.

The great grasslands of Russia are called the Eurasian Steppe. This vast expanse of flat grassland covers a significant portion of Russia and extends into other countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The Eurasian Steppe is known for its unique flora and fauna, and its importance as a historical trade route.

Biotic factors for an oak tree include insects, birds, and fungi that interact with the tree. Abiotic factors include sunlight, water, temperature, and soil nutrients that influence the tree's growth and survival.

in America they call it a prairie any where else it would be called the savanna

meadow comes to mind

Some grassland animals that live in the winter include bison, deer, and prairie dogs. These animals have adapted to survive cold temperatures and limited food sources by growing thicker fur or hibernating.

Kazakhstan is the country that has a vast grassland called the steppe. It is one of the largest countries in the world with a significant portion of its landscape covered by steppe vegetation.

One of the disadvantages about being in or by a grassland is fire. Fires can start really quick and then it will go through the rest of the grassland and destroy everything like the grass of course but also the flowers in the grassland will be destroyed

The year-round temperatures in grasslands can vary, but they typically have hot summers and cold winters. Average temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C in the summer and around -10°C to 10°C in the winter, depending on the specific location. Grasslands can also experience significant temperature fluctuations between day and night.

Biotic factors for weasels include prey availability, competition with other predators, and diseases. Abiotic factors include climate, temperature, and habitat availability. These factors can influence the population size, behavior, and distribution of weasels in their environment.

The movie you are thinking of is likely "The Parent Trap," a Disney film where twin sisters separated at birth are reunited at camp and plan to switch places in order to bring their parents back together. There is a memorable scene where the twins run through a meadow during a flashback of their childhood together.

Different names in different parts of the world, actually

North America - prairie

South America - pampas

Europe - plain

Africa - veldt (south) and Savannah (central)

Asia - steppe

No, prairie dogs are not decomposers. They are herbivores that primarily feed on grasses, seeds, and plants. Decomposers are organisms like bacteria and fungi that break down dead organisms and organic matter.

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Yes, prairie rattlesnakes are carnivores. They primarily eat small mammals such as rodents, birds, and sometimes amphibians. They use their venom to immobilize and digest their prey before consuming it.

Earthworms thrive in meadows due to the abundance of organic matter like fallen leaves, grass clippings, and decaying plant material for them to feed on. Meadows typically have a well-aerated soil structure with good moisture content, providing a favorable habitat for earthworms to burrow and move around easily. The absence of disturbance in meadows also allows earthworm populations to establish and grow undisturbed.

campus/pratum

Either one works

The distance from Grassland to Edmonton is approximately 210 kilometers. The driving time is usually around 2.5 to 3 hours, depending on traffic and road conditions.

A disturbance that could happen to an alpine meadow on Mt Hood is a wildfire. Wildfires can be caused by lightning strikes or human activities, which can lead to significant damage to the vegetation and soil in the meadow. This disturbance can disrupt the ecosystem, alter plant communities, and impact wildlife habitat.

Grasslands are found in desserts and forests, mainly due to moderate precipitation. Annually grasslands receive 20-100 cm of precipitation which is why they are found in subtropical and temperate areas. The temperature in these regions changes from extreme cold to hot which allows grass particularly to survive versus trees and other plant life. It is quite normal for these regions to have fires due to the extreme hot temperatures, which is an example of why particular plants, more specifically tall and short grass is found in abundance in these areas. Grass has a larger probability of frequently surviving natural fires versus many other plant species.

Here are a few examples of some grasslands:

African savanna (another term for grasslands in this region)

South America (Argentina)

Canada (Prairies of Manitoba and Alberta)

United States (Prairies of North Dakota and Ohio)

Russia-Russian steppes

A meadow will heat up faster than a pond because water has a higher heat capacity than land. This means that water can absorb more heat energy without a significant rise in temperature, whereas land will heat up more quickly due to its lower heat capacity.