BIO 130 Midterm: BIO 130 Study Guide for Exam 2
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Coniferous forest- grow in mid-latitude, or regions with cold moist winters and warm dry summers temp ranges from -40 to 68 degrees f (50-60 degrees latitude) 300-900 mm of rain per year (12-35 inches) Plants: coniferous trees such as spruces, pines, and rs that produce cones and needles, with some of the needles remaining on the tree lall year long. Temperate deciduous forest are locates in mid-latitude areas which means they are found between polar and tropic area. Climate is moderate - average annual temp is 10 degrees c, -20- 750-1500 mm of rain per year (30-60 inches) Plants: broadleaf trees such as oaks, maples, beeches, shrubs, mountain laurel, azaleas, perennial herbs, and mosses. Forest endures 4 seasons, which is why the leave change colors, trees loose their leaves in preparation for the winter along with thick bark. Soil is fertile with good mix of organic material and mineral.
