| Arctic and Alpine Biomes (Greenwood Guides to Biomes of the World) | 
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Category: Book
Author: Joyce A. Quinn
Publisher: Greenwood Press
Studio: Greenwood Press
Manufacturer: Greenwood Press
Label: Greenwood Press
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Hardcover
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 240
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 10.1 x 7.1 x 0.9
ISBN: 031334017X
Dewey Decimal Number: 577.586
EAN: 9780313340178
ASIN: 031334017X
Publication Date: September 30, 2008
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This volume in the Greenwood Guides to Biomes of the World: series covers the biomes at high altitudes and near the poles, including the arctic tundra biomes, the Mid-Latitude Alpine Tundra Biome (found in the mountain ranges of North America, Asia, and South America), and the tropical alpine tundra biome (for example, Hawaii). It examining all aspects that define these biomes: Vegetation Geographical Distribution Soil Challenges posed by the environment Adaptation of the plants and animals to the environment Conservation efforts Maps, photos, diagrams, drawings, and tables accompany the text, as do sidebars that highlight habitats, species, and ecological relationships. The volume includes a bibliography of accessible resources for further research.
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