Investigating Earth's Desert, Grassland, and Rainforest Biomes
Perhaps the most prominent elements in the patchwork pattern formed by Earth's regions and ecosystems are its deserts, grasslands, and rainforests. Though vastly different from one another and often separated by thousands of miles, these biomes are all life-sustaining components of a larger environmental network. This volume examines each of these captivating regions and the various species that thrive within them. Vivid photographs, illustrations, and maps provide colorful glimpses of each biome.
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Investigating Earth's Desert, Grassland, and Rainforest Biomes
Perhaps the most prominent elements in the patchwork pattern formed by Earth's regions and ecosystems are its deserts, grasslands, and rainforests. Though vastly different from one another and often separated by thousands of miles, these biomes are all life-sustaining components of a larger environmental network. This volume examines each of these captivating regions and the various species that thrive within them. Vivid photographs, illustrations, and maps provide colorful glimpses of each biome.
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Investigating Earth's Desert, Grassland, and Rainforest Biomes

Investigating Earth's Desert, Grassland, and Rainforest Biomes

Investigating Earth's Desert, Grassland, and Rainforest Biomes

Investigating Earth's Desert, Grassland, and Rainforest Biomes

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Overview

Perhaps the most prominent elements in the patchwork pattern formed by Earth's regions and ecosystems are its deserts, grasslands, and rainforests. Though vastly different from one another and often separated by thousands of miles, these biomes are all life-sustaining components of a larger environmental network. This volume examines each of these captivating regions and the various species that thrive within them. Vivid photographs, illustrations, and maps provide colorful glimpses of each biome.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781615305025
Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date: 08/30/2011
Series: Introduction to Earth Science Series
Pages: 88
Product dimensions: 6.70(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range: 12 - 17 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

Chapter 1 The Desert Environment 10

Chapter 2 Life in the Desert 21

Chapter 3 Grasslands 30

Chapter 4 Rainforests of the World 44

Chapter 5 Life in the Rainforest 57

Conclusion 71

Glossary 73

For More Information 77

Bibliography 82

Index 83

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