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      <title>Biome Exploration Breakouts by Adrienne Brundage</title>
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      <pubDate>2024-09-29 15:30:44 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Instructions</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p> In your assigned biomes, use your "Biome Activity" worksheet to complete the following:</p><p><br/></p><p> 1) Add a post using the "+" icon in the bottom right corner to your biome's column with your findings.</p><p><br/></p><p> 2) Describe your biome's physical factors regarding temperature, sunlight, and proximity to water.</p><p><br/></p><p> 3) Include two specific organisms and their adaptations in your post. </p><p><br/></p><p>3) Add an image or diagram that illustrates the adaptation to the biome's physical factors. </p><p><br/></p><p>4) After posting, review posts from other biomes and <strong>comment on at least two</strong>, answering </p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome similar to my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome different from my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <title>Example Biome: &quot;Chaparral&quot;</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3150919446</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Group member name: _________________</p><p><strong>Physical factors:</strong></p><p><strong>(Sunlight)</strong></p><p>-The Chaparral experiences bright, direct sunlight; Summers are long, hot, and dry.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Temperature)</strong></p><p>-Summers in the Chaparral are extremely hot, with temperatures ranging from 71°F to over 100°F, while winters are mild and wet with temperatures averaging around 46°F to 65°F​. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Proximity to water)</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong>Despite being close to large bodies of water, the biome itself experiences <strong>seasonal droughts</strong> and receives limited rainfall, typically between 10-20 inches annually.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Organism #1</strong></p><p><strong>Manzanita Plant</strong></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Temperature):</strong></p><p>-The Manzanita plant goes <strong>dormant during the hot summer</strong>, reducing metabolic activities to conserve energy and water.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The Manzanita plant is limited in spreading to <strong>regions with a specific temperature range</strong>, such as the Mediterranean climate zones.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Sunlight):</strong></p><p>-Has thi<strong>ck, leathery leaves</strong> to reduce water loss from constant sunlight exposure during the long, dry summers.</p><p><br/></p><p>-More sunlight periods support <strong>photosynthesis year-round</strong>, especially during winter when sunlight is less intense, but moisture is available.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to water):</strong></p><p>-Having <strong>deep roots</strong> that reach underground water sources, allowing it to survive through long periods of drought.</p><p><br/></p><p>-Being close to water dictates their life cycles, from <strong>germination after fires</strong> to utilizing <strong>deep-rooted systems</strong> for reaching underground moisture during the dry months.</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-02 20:04:39 UTC</pubDate>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152263982</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>  In your assigned biomes, record your responses on how an organism's biome impacts its ability to adapt to its environment.</p><p><br/></p><p> 1) Add a post using the "+" icon in the bottom right corner to your biome's column with your findings.</p><p><br/></p><p> 2) Describe your biome's physical factors regarding temperature, sunlight, and proximity to water.</p><p><br/></p><p> 3) Include two specific organisms and their adaptations in your post. </p><p><br/></p><p>3) Add an image or diagram that illustrates the adaptation to the biome's physical factors. </p><p><br/></p><p>4) After posting, review posts from other biomes and <strong>comment on at least two</strong>, answering </p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome similar to my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome different from my assigned biome?”</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:46:50 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Instructions</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152266010</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>  In your assigned biomes, use your "Biome Activity" worksheet to complete the following:</p><p><br/></p><p> 1) Add a post using the "+" icon in the bottom right corner to your biome's column with your findings.</p><p><br/></p><p> 2) Describe your biome's physical factors regarding temperature, sunlight, and proximity to water.</p><p><br/></p><p> 3) Include two specific organisms and their adaptations in your post. </p><p><br/></p><p>3) Add an image or diagram that illustrates the adaptation to the biome's physical factors. </p><p><br/></p><p>4) After posting, review posts from other biomes and <strong>comment on at least two</strong>, answering </p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome similar to my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome different from my assigned biome?”</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:47:50 UTC</pubDate>
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         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152266656</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p> In your assigned biomes, record your responses on how an organism's biome impacts its ability to adapt to its environment.</p><p><br/></p><p> 1) Add a post using the "+" icon in the bottom right corner to your biome's column with your findings.</p><p><br/></p><p> 2) Describe your biome's physical factors regarding temperature, sunlight, and proximity to water.</p><p><br/></p><p> 3) Include two specific organisms and their adaptations in your post. </p><p><br/></p><p>3) Add an image or diagram that illustrates the adaptation to the biome's physical factors. </p><p><br/></p><p>4) After posting, review posts from other biomes and <strong>comment on at least two</strong>, answering </p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome similar to my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome different from my assigned biome?”</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:48:19 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Instructions</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152267587</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p> In your assigned biomes, record your responses on how an organism's biome impacts its ability to adapt to its environment.</p><p><br/></p><p> 1) Add a post using the "+" icon in the bottom right corner to your biome's column with your findings.</p><p><br/></p><p> 2) Describe your biome's physical factors regarding temperature, sunlight, and proximity to water.</p><p><br/></p><p> 3) Include two specific organisms and their adaptations in your post. </p><p><br/></p><p>3) Add an image or diagram that illustrates the adaptation to the biome's physical factors. </p><p><br/></p><p>4) After posting, review posts from other biomes and <strong>comment on at least two</strong>, answering </p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome similar to my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome different from my assigned biome?”</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:48:54 UTC</pubDate>
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         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152268094</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>  In your assigned biomes, record your responses on how an organism's biome impacts its ability to adapt to its environment.</p><p><br/></p><p> 1) Add a post using the "+" icon in the bottom right corner to your biome's column with your findings.</p><p><br/></p><p> 2) Describe your biome's physical factors regarding temperature, sunlight, and proximity to water.</p><p><br/></p><p> 3) Include two specific organisms and their adaptations in your post. </p><p><br/></p><p>3) Add an image or diagram that illustrates the adaptation to the biome's physical factors. </p><p><br/></p><p>4) After posting, review posts from other biomes and <strong>comment on at least two</strong>, answering </p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome similar to my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome different from my assigned biome?”</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:49:17 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Instructions</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152268907</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>  In your assigned biomes, record your responses on how an organism's biome impacts its ability to adapt to its environment.</p><p><br/></p><p> 1) Add a post using the "+" icon in the bottom right corner to your biome's column with your findings.</p><p><br/></p><p> 2) Describe your biome's physical factors regarding temperature, sunlight, and proximity to water.</p><p><br/></p><p> 3) Include two specific organisms and their adaptations in your post. </p><p><br/></p><p>3) Add an image or diagram that illustrates the adaptation to the biome's physical factors. </p><p><br/></p><p>4) After posting, review posts from other biomes and <strong>comment on at least two</strong>, answering </p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome similar to my assigned biome?”</p><p><br/></p><p>“How is this biome different from my assigned biome?”</p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:49:55 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Example: Chaparral</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152271534</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Group member name: _________________</p><p><strong>Physical factors:</strong></p><p><strong>(Sunlight)</strong></p><p>-The Chaparral experiences bright, direct sunlight; Summers are long, hot, and dry.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Temperature)</strong></p><p>-Summers in the Chaparral are extremely hot, with temperatures ranging from 71°F to over 100°F, while winters are mild and wet with temperatures averaging around 46°F to 65°F​. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Proximity to water)</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong>Despite being close to large bodies of water, the biome itself experiences <strong>seasonal droughts</strong> and receives limited rainfall, typically between 10-20 inches annually.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Organism #1</strong></p><p><strong>Manzanita Plant</strong></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Temperature):</strong></p><p>-The Manzanita plant goes <strong>dormant during the hot summer</strong>, reducing metabolic activities to conserve energy and water.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The Manzanita plant is limited in spreading to <strong>regions with a specific temperature range</strong>, such as the Mediterranean climate zones.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Sunlight):</strong></p><p>-Has thi<strong>ck, leathery leaves</strong> to reduce water loss from constant sunlight exposure during the long, dry summers.</p><p><br/></p><p>-More sunlight periods support <strong>photosynthesis year-round</strong>, especially during winter when sunlight is less intense, but moisture is available.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to water):</strong></p><p>-Having <strong>deep roots</strong> that reach underground water sources, allowing it to survive through long periods of drought.</p><p><br/></p><p>-Being close to water dictates their life cycles, from <strong>germination after fires</strong> to utilizing <strong>deep-rooted systems</strong> for reaching underground moisture during the dry months.</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:51:45 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Example: Chaparral</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152273390</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Group member name: _________________</p><p><strong>Physical factors:</strong></p><p><strong>(Sunlight)</strong></p><p>-The Chaparral experiences bright, direct sunlight; Summers are long, hot, and dry.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Temperature)</strong></p><p>-Summers in the Chaparral are extremely hot, with temperatures ranging from 71°F to over 100°F, while winters are mild and wet with temperatures averaging around 46°F to 65°F​. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Proximity to water)</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong>Despite being close to large bodies of water, the biome itself experiences <strong>seasonal droughts</strong> and receives limited rainfall, typically between 10-20 inches annually.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Organism #1</strong></p><p><strong>Manzanita Plant</strong></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Temperature):</strong></p><p>-The Manzanita plant goes <strong>dormant during the hot summer</strong>, reducing metabolic activities to conserve energy and water.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The Manzanita plant is limited in spreading to <strong>regions with a specific temperature range</strong>, such as the Mediterranean climate zones.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Sunlight):</strong></p><p>-Has thi<strong>ck, leathery leaves</strong> to reduce water loss from constant sunlight exposure during the long, dry summers.</p><p><br/></p><p>-More sunlight periods support <strong>photosynthesis year-round</strong>, especially during winter when sunlight is less intense, but moisture is available.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to water):</strong></p><p>-Having <strong>deep roots</strong> that reach underground water sources, allowing it to survive through long periods of drought.</p><p><br/></p><p>-Being close to water dictates their life cycles, from <strong>germination after fires</strong> to utilizing <strong>deep-rooted systems</strong> for reaching underground moisture during the dry months.</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:52:52 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Example: Chaparral</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152274306</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Group member name: _________________</p><p><strong>Physical factors:</strong></p><p><strong>(Sunlight)</strong></p><p>-The Chaparral experiences bright, direct sunlight; Summers are long, hot, and dry.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Temperature)</strong></p><p>-Summers in the Chaparral are extremely hot, with temperatures ranging from 71°F to over 100°F, while winters are mild and wet with temperatures averaging around 46°F to 65°F​. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Proximity to water)</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong>Despite being close to large bodies of water, the biome itself experiences <strong>seasonal droughts</strong> and receives limited rainfall, typically between 10-20 inches annually.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Organism #1</strong></p><p><strong>Manzanita Plant</strong></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Temperature):</strong></p><p>-The Manzanita plant goes <strong>dormant during the hot summer</strong>, reducing metabolic activities to conserve energy and water.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The Manzanita plant is limited in spreading to <strong>regions with a specific temperature range</strong>, such as the Mediterranean climate zones.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Sunlight):</strong></p><p>-Has thi<strong>ck, leathery leaves</strong> to reduce water loss from constant sunlight exposure during the long, dry summers.</p><p><br/></p><p>-More sunlight periods support <strong>photosynthesis year-round</strong>, especially during winter when sunlight is less intense, but moisture is available.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to water):</strong></p><p>-Having <strong>deep roots</strong> that reach underground water sources, allowing it to survive through long periods of drought.</p><p><br/></p><p>-Being close to water dictates their life cycles, from <strong>germination after fires</strong> to utilizing <strong>deep-rooted systems</strong> for reaching underground moisture during the dry months.</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:53:30 UTC</pubDate>
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         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152275651</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Group member name: _________________</p><p><strong>Physical factors:</strong></p><p><strong>(Sunlight)</strong></p><p>-The Chaparral experiences bright, direct sunlight; Summers are long, hot, and dry.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Temperature)</strong></p><p>-Summers in the Chaparral are extremely hot, with temperatures ranging from 71°F to over 100°F, while winters are mild and wet with temperatures averaging around 46°F to 65°F​. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Proximity to water)</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong>Despite being close to large bodies of water, the biome itself experiences <strong>seasonal droughts</strong> and receives limited rainfall, typically between 10-20 inches annually.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Organism #1</strong></p><p><strong>Manzanita Plant</strong></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Temperature):</strong></p><p>-The Manzanita plant goes <strong>dormant during the hot summer</strong>, reducing metabolic activities to conserve energy and water.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The Manzanita plant is limited in spreading to <strong>regions with a specific temperature range</strong>, such as the Mediterranean climate zones.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Sunlight):</strong></p><p>-Has thi<strong>ck, leathery leaves</strong> to reduce water loss from constant sunlight exposure during the long, dry summers.</p><p><br/></p><p>-More sunlight periods support <strong>photosynthesis year-round</strong>, especially during winter when sunlight is less intense, but moisture is available.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to water):</strong></p><p>-Having <strong>deep roots</strong> that reach underground water sources, allowing it to survive through long periods of drought.</p><p><br/></p><p>-Being close to water dictates their life cycles, from <strong>germination after fires</strong> to utilizing <strong>deep-rooted systems</strong> for reaching underground moisture during the dry months.</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:54:19 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Example: Chaparral</title>
         <author>adriennebrundage1</author>
         <link>https://padlet.com/adriennebrundage1/5bydrlgbx7tv5bfm/wish/3152276881</link>
         <description><![CDATA[<p>Group member name: _________________</p><p><strong>Physical factors:</strong></p><p><strong>(Sunlight)</strong></p><p>-The Chaparral experiences bright, direct sunlight; Summers are long, hot, and dry.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Temperature)</strong></p><p>-Summers in the Chaparral are extremely hot, with temperatures ranging from 71°F to over 100°F, while winters are mild and wet with temperatures averaging around 46°F to 65°F​. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Proximity to water)</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong>Despite being close to large bodies of water, the biome itself experiences <strong>seasonal droughts</strong> and receives limited rainfall, typically between 10-20 inches annually.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Organism #1</strong></p><p><strong>Manzanita Plant</strong></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Temperature):</strong></p><p>-The Manzanita plant goes <strong>dormant during the hot summer</strong>, reducing metabolic activities to conserve energy and water.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The Manzanita plant is limited in spreading to <strong>regions with a specific temperature range</strong>, such as the Mediterranean climate zones.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Sunlight):</strong></p><p>-Has thi<strong>ck, leathery leaves</strong> to reduce water loss from constant sunlight exposure during the long, dry summers.</p><p><br/></p><p>-More sunlight periods support <strong>photosynthesis year-round</strong>, especially during winter when sunlight is less intense, but moisture is available.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to water):</strong></p><p>-Having <strong>deep roots</strong> that reach underground water sources, allowing it to survive through long periods of drought.</p><p><br/></p><p>-Being close to water dictates their life cycles, from <strong>germination after fires</strong> to utilizing <strong>deep-rooted systems</strong> for reaching underground moisture during the dry months.</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <pubDate>2024-10-03 15:55:12 UTC</pubDate>
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         <title>Example: Chaparral</title>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Group member name: _________________</p><p><strong>Physical factors:</strong></p><p><strong>(Sunlight)</strong></p><p>-The Chaparral experiences bright, direct sunlight; Summers are long, hot, and dry.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Temperature)</strong></p><p>-Summers in the Chaparral are extremely hot, with temperatures ranging from 71°F to over 100°F, while winters are mild and wet with temperatures averaging around 46°F to 65°F​. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Proximity to water)</strong></p><p><strong>-</strong>Despite being close to large bodies of water, the biome itself experiences <strong>seasonal droughts</strong> and receives limited rainfall, typically between 10-20 inches annually.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Organism #1</strong></p><p><strong>Manzanita Plant</strong></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Temperature):</strong></p><p>-The Manzanita plant goes <strong>dormant during the hot summer</strong>, reducing metabolic activities to conserve energy and water.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The Manzanita plant is limited in spreading to <strong>regions with a specific temperature range</strong>, such as the Mediterranean climate zones.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to Sunlight):</strong></p><p>-Has thi<strong>ck, leathery leaves</strong> to reduce water loss from constant sunlight exposure during the long, dry summers.</p><p><br/></p><p>-More sunlight periods support <strong>photosynthesis year-round</strong>, especially during winter when sunlight is less intense, but moisture is available.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>(Adapts to water):</strong></p><p>-Having <strong>deep roots</strong> that reach underground water sources, allowing it to survive through long periods of drought.</p><p><br/></p><p>-Being close to water dictates their life cycles, from <strong>germination after fires</strong> to utilizing <strong>deep-rooted systems</strong> for reaching underground moisture during the dry months.</p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>The physical factor of my biome affects the organism by drying up their food source and water source forcing them to sweat to cool down </p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Animal Adaptation:</p><p>The coldness and ice causes our animal to adapt by having fur that has hollow structure. Also scattered centers which leads to reflect visible light. Making the fur to appear white. </p><p> </p><p>Physical Factors:</p><p>Freezing temperatures, with indirect sunlight and a variety of flat surfaces and hills. which is located in  the polar zone.</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p> Physical factors:</p><p>(Sunlight)- The sunlight in the deciduous forest aren't direct but indirect sun rays.</p><p><br/></p><p>(Temperature)- The temperature in the deciduous forest mainly varies between 40-80 degrees . There are for distinct season. This biome lies in the temperate zone.</p><p><br/></p><p>(Topography)- There lots of trees, rolling hills, streams, and valleys.</p><p><br/></p><p>(Proximity to water)- The deciduous forest extends more into arid regions near bodies of waters and stream banks</p><p><br/></p><p>(Animal adaptations)-  Squirrels Store acorns and food to get ready for the winter because during the winter the trees lose their leaves and can't produce acorns so they have to save food for the winter season.</p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>Physical factors:</p><p>-The sunlight of the deciduous forest can be characterized as indirect sunlight.</p><p>   </p><p>-The temperature in the deciduous forest can be described as 40-80. There's for distinct seasons.  The deciduous forest is in the temperate zone.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The topography of the deciduous forest can be described as rolling hills and stream valleys.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The proximity to water can be like soil type, seasonal rainfall, and root systems.</p><p><br/></p><p>Animal Adaptation:</p><p>-Squirrels adapts to its environment by storing food in the winter like nuts.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The temperature of my biome affects squirrels by how they behave, how they store food, and how they live.</p><p><br/></p><p>-The sunlight of the deciduous affects this organism by orientating themselves and finding their way around. They also use it to find and hide their food. </p><p><br/></p>]]></description>
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         <description><![CDATA[<p>(Temperature)</p><ul><li><p>The temperature in the grassland is  Warm with seasonal rainfall</p></li></ul><p>(sunlight)</p><ul><li><p>There are high levels of direct sunlight</p></li></ul><p>(topography)</p><ul><li><p>Rolling hills, flat terrain with elevation </p><p>changes </p></li></ul><p><br/></p><p> organism #1 </p><p> Lion </p><p>(Adapts to environment) </p><ul><li><p>The lion adapts by its tawny coat, strong claws, sharp eyesight, leg muscles, sense of smell, and structure</p><p><br/></p><p>(Adapts to Temperature)</p></li><li><p>The lion adapts to the temperature by Its hunting patterns, energy expenditure, access to prey, availability to water and its adaptation to fire resistant tress  </p><p><br/></p><p>(Adapts to sunlight)</p></li><li><p> The lion adapts to the sunlight by It's availability of its prey such as bison, wildebeest and giraffe and its availability to water  </p><p> </p></li></ul>]]></description>
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