Environment
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Our Living World: Earth’s Biomes
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From the arid sand dunes of the Sahara Desert to the colorful coral beds
of the Great Barrier Reef, Our Living World takes you on an engaging tour
of seven of Earth’s ecosystems. You will learn about the key plants and
animals that make each ecosystem unique. You will also get a glimpse of
humanity’s effects, both positive and negative, on the habitats of countless
creatures. Informative sidebars, suggested activities, and supplemental
reference materials throughout the text contribute to a well-rounded portrait
of our world’s natural wonders. "Thompson-Gale"
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UXL Encyclopedia of Biomes
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U·X·L® Encyclopedia of Biomes offers detailed comparative
essays on 12 major biomes and their component ecosystems. Alphabetically
arranged entries on land biomes and water biomes range from 35 to 45 pages
each and cover climate, elevation, soil, water bodies, vegetation, animal
life,
web, plant and animal adaptations, endangered species, human effects
on the biome and the effects of the environment on humans’ culture and
economy."Thompson-Gale"