Is the Arctic Tundra under threat?
Yes, it is threatened because the arctic is becoming less and less cold (part of the global warming theory) and in turn, the arctic moss can not adapt to the rising temperatures in time for it to be able to survive warm temperatures.
What is the similarity between people in desert regions and people in tundra regions?
They are largely nomadic and have to adapt to meet their harsh environment.
Extremely limited biodiversity.
Is the desert more dry than the tundra?
It depends on the region of tundra and desert but they can both be very dry places. As an example rainfall in the Gobi Desert is around 7.6 inches per year [1] while in the Siberian tundra regions it is around 6-10 inches per year [2].
Which is the only flora seen in the tundra region of Central Europe?
mosses, lichen, and short stubby trees
Tourist attractions in the Arctic tundra?
Some tourist activities in the arctic tundra are dog sledding, wilderness viewing, and Northern Lights viewing.
Does the alpine tundra have evergreens - improved answer?
No, because the tundra is a biome where no trees grow. Evergreens grow in the Boreal/Coniferous Forest.
What are some animals in the tundra biome that camouflage?
Two that I know of are the ermine and the ptarmigan
polar bearsss
What are the scavengers in the arctic tundra food chain?
Polar Bears
Arctic Fox's
Coyotes
Grizzly bears
Killer Whales
One of the unique characteristics of retrotransposons is that?
One of the unique characteristics of retrotransposons is that they code for an enzyme that synthesizes DNA using an RNA template.
What limits phytoplankton growth?
Light- minimum of 1% of full sunlight for growth, therefore are restricted to the upper 200m where photosynthesis occurs.
water temperature
Supply of nutrients - nitrate, nitrogen and phosphorus are usually the most limiting
taiga, temperate deciduous forest, savanna
What is the best time of year to travel in the tundra?
The best time to this the tundra is around the winter time.