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Understanding North America's Desert Grassland Biome and Its Unique Plant Life

Discover the characteristics of North America's desert grassland biome through the eyes of a Joshua Tree. This biome is defined by extreme temperatures, minimal rainfall, and unique adaptations of plant life. With daytime highs reaching 100°F and nighttime lows dropping to 40-60°F, these plants have evolved to thrive in harsh conditions. Learn about their waxy leaves that reflect sunlight, their ability to retain water, and how some can grow anew from their roots. Explore the fascinating interplay between climate and plant life in this distinct environment.

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Understanding North America's Desert Grassland Biome and Its Unique Plant Life

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  1. How The World WorksSurvivor! Central Idea: The climate of a region determines plant life.

  2. Who amI? By: Antonio and Akira

  3. Desert Grassland I am in North America. It is hot and dry. My winter brings a little rain. What biome am I?

  4. Great! • In the day it goes up to 100˚F and at night it goes down to 40-60˚F. • The maximum temperature ranges from 43.5˚C - 49˚C. • The minimum temperature sometimes drops to -18˚C. • No humidity • Two inches of rain per year

  5. Wrong!!! • I have a lot of sand.

  6. Keep water inside. Catch flies. My leaves are waxy to…

  7. Correct!! • I can grow new plants from my own roots. • The leaves on me reflect the sun so it keeps me cool.

  8. Try again! www.earthfoto.com

  9. Guess Plant?? • J_ _ _ _ a t_ _ _ • I am not very tall or short.

  10. Yes, I am a Joshua Tree. • This picture is from www.wikimedia commons.com.

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