Discuss the vegetation, soil orders, temperature patterns, and ...

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Discuss the vegetation, soil orders, temperature patterns, and state of the environment in the biome in which you live.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Invasive species represent a threat to biodiversity worldwide. Based on either the examples presented in the textbook or outside sources, describe several invasive species of concern in your area. What factors contributed to their spread.
 
  Why are these species of concern, both in a broad context, as well as within your area.

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Answer to Question 1

Answers will vary depending on the geographic location of students. Table 20.1 nicely summarizes these characteristics for the biomes discussed in the book.

Answer to Question 2

Answers will vary depending on where students live. Examples in the book that are fairly common throughout the United States include zebra mussels, Russian olive, kudzu, and purple loosestrife.

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[dawsa925]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it