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Grasslands

Also called greenswards, grasslands are areas where vegetation is dominated by grass. However, sedge, rush and other non-woody plants can also be found. Grasslands naturally occur on all continents excluding Antarctica.

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What are the main features of a polis?

A polis is a Greek city-state. Instead of having a united country, the Greeks were divided into large, independent cities with their own governments and people. Some of the more famous poleis are Athens, Sparta, Corinth, Thebes, and Argos. Poleis were originally ruled by heredity kings. As these kings became unpopular, they were often overthrown by tyrants. Although usurpers to the throne that were considered illegitimate, they were often very popular because they ended the corrupt monarchies. After tyrannies, other forms of government, like democracies and oligarchies formed. The average polis was usually built around a hill. At the top of the hill was the acropolis, a heavily-protected fort that doubled as a temple to the local patron god. A polis also often featured an agora, or public market. The agora served both economic and political needs, where both goods and ideas were exchanged. Outside of the city walls was an area called the chora. The chora included poor housing and farmlands, areas that could be abandoned in case of an invasion. As a root word, Polis finds many meanings. It is the root of police, politics, metropolis, and policy. It can be found in many cities in the Old World, such as Heliopolis (Egypt) and Persepolis (Iran), but also several modern cities: Indianapolis, Minneapolis, and Annapolis feature the same root word.

Why are tropical grassland not suited for trees and crops?

Tropical grasslands, also known as savannas, have a distinct climate characterized by seasonal rainfall, with prolonged dry periods that limit water availability. The soil in these regions is often nutrient-poor and subject to erosion, making it challenging for trees to establish deep root systems. Additionally, frequent fires and grazing by herbivores further inhibit tree growth, while the conditions favor grasses that are adapted to survive in such environments. As a result, these factors collectively make tropical grasslands unsuitable for most trees and traditional crops.

Set car on fire?

Setting a car on fire in order to collect insurance is considered fraud and a criminal action. It is also considered arson in most jurisdiction.

What human activities destroy or endanger the existence of rare and economically important species?

slaughter dogs and cats,use their skin for fancy clothing,torture rhinos and elavents for ivory, shoot loins and tigers for proud,money,using horses for money,pushing them full of steriods and there after kill them and eat them,use camels as slavery of drugs and other illegal stuff,its so evel and against GOD'S WILL

What region is covered in grasslands?

Great Plains, it is covered in DRY grasslands and has land that increases towards the Rockies.

Why are forest unlikely to develop in grasslands?

The lack of moisture during the dry season prevents trees from growing.....

Life and occupation of people in prairies?

The people of this region are very hard working, they mainly do cultivation, run milk dairies and make milk products. The people of the prairies had a very tough time, when they first arrived, and settled there. The land was cheap and hostile, they building their homes, then started to farm. Beginning with crops and gardens, they then bought livestock and advanced step further. Raising chickens and cows for slaughter and to sell for money, or sometimes to barter for something they really needed. It was hit and miss at first, having to put up with the harsh winters and storms, many lost a lot and gave up, but others continued on. As new technology came along their life was easier, and they could branch out, buying more land and developing it. Now there are dairy farms, chicken ranches, feed lots, and huge vegetable farms. There are ones that deal with goats, turkeys, bison, and even some underground mining, as mineral deposits were discovered when digging wells for water. Remember that many people died tyring to tame the prairies, to give what we have today.

Where is the Save The Prairie Society in Westchester Illinois located?

The address of the Save The Prairie Society is: Po Box 7788, Westchester, IL 60154-7788

Who sings So lay me down in the field on the edge of town?

Tim McGraw sings this song and it is called If you're reading this. I've been trying to find it on iTunes and I think its too new or something that they don't have it downloaded yet. the lyrics are on the website http://www.popular-lyrics.com/lyrics/tim-mcgraw/if-youre-reading-this-17675.html

It's actually on itunes now, i don't know if it wasn't.You just type in If You're Reading This on itunes and push ENTER. It doesn't shw up in those little bars below the search thing. You NEED to push enter.

How do sandhill cranes attract mates on the short grass prairie?

easy they fly to the beach. fill their beaks with sand. make an amazing sand castle and stand on it.

Why are temperature grasslands the leader in wheat exports?

Temperate grassland the leader in wheat export due to the following reasons.

(i) Agricultural activities are carried on the large scale in temperate grassland because this part thickly populated in the region.

(ii) Temperate grassland is highly fertile, so the Wheat production is high as compare to the other region.

(iii) Wheat can't be cultivated in the extreme winter therefore, temperate grassland is ideal because there weather is mild & temperate cool.

(iv) Rain is required during growth of Wheat, while bright sunshine is required at the time of reaping.

by Sir Majid Iqbal

What factors made grasslands instead of forests?

Grassland rather than forests are different due to water, water and water. The more water (rain, snow) the more likely trees will grow. The less water, more grass will be there. If you look on a map (US), you will see that the further west you look, the fewer trees will be seen and more and more grass, until you will begin to see desert in which even grasses have a hard time growing.

What element is needed for living organism to survive?

Oxygen, but we also need carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and many others as well.

What is the name given for grasslands in various continents of the world?

north America ----------- preries

south America ----------- pampas

Africa ----------- Savannah

Europe and Asia ----------- steepies