Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 53 - The Physical Environment and Biogeography of Life - 53.3 - Topography, Vegetation, and Humans Modify the Physical Environment - 53.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 1151: 2

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A tropical biome is distinguished by rainfall. Since tropical biomes tend to exist in the warmer and wetter regions near the equator, they also have high levels of biodiversity.

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