environment medium MCQ

Which biome is characterized by permafrost, low-growing vegetation, and extremely cold temperatures?

  1. Taiga
  2. Tundra
  3. Temperate Grassland
  4. Alpine

Answer: Tundra

The tundra biome has permanently frozen subsoil (permafrost), short growing seasons, and supports mosses, lichens, and small shrubs.

Topic Ecology and Ecosystems
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC
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