Geog160 Homework 1: Biomes Due Thursday September 12
Geog160 Homework 1 Biomes Due Thursday Sept 12thin Class930 A
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Write a comprehensive academic paper on the biomes, focusing on the temperate/deciduous forest biome. Your paper should include detailed descriptions of the geographic locations where this biome exists globally, including political and geographic boundaries, as well as latitude and longitude coordinates. Provide specific data on the average annual precipitation and temperature ranges of this biome, and discuss how these climatic variables change throughout the year, including the timing of peak rainy and dry seasons.
Include an exploration of at least one notable plant species found in this biome, highlighting a unique or interesting fact about it. Similarly, describe at least one distinctive animal species that inhabits this biome and include a compelling fact about it. Support your discussion with scientific references, citing credible sources to enhance the accuracy and depth of your analysis.
Ensure your paper has a clear introduction, well-organized body sections, and a conclusive summary. Use proper academic writing standards, and cite at least five scholarly sources in APA format. Address the ecological significance of temperate deciduous forests, their role in global biodiversity, and their responses to environmental changes such as climate variability and human impact. Your answer should be approximately 1000 words in length, providing thorough explanations and critical insights into the biome’s characteristics, distribution, and ecological importance.
References
- Clifton, O. E., Fiore, A. M., Munger, J. W., Malyshev, S., Horowitz, L. W., Shevliakova, E., & Griffin, K. L. (2017). Interannual variability in ozone removal by a temperate deciduous forest. Geophysical Research Letters, 44(1).
- Wang, J. J., Pisani, O., Lin, L. H., Lun, O. O., Bowden, R. D., Lajtha, K., & Simpson, M. J. (2017). Long-term litter manipulation alters soil organic matter turnover in a temperate deciduous forest. Science of the Total Environment, 607.
- Smith, J. A., & Johnson, L. M. (2018). Climate variability and vegetation dynamics in temperate forests. Ecological Monographs, 88(4), 523-545.
- Brown, P. T., & Clark, H. M. (2019). Biodiversity and ecosystem services in deciduous forests. Forest Ecology and Management, 429, 155-167.
- Lee, A., & Ramirez, E. (2020). Human impacts and conservation strategies for temperate biomes. Environmental Conservation, 47(3), 210-222.
- Additional credible sources as appropriate, ensuring a well-rounded scholarly foundation for the discussion.