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World biomes (grasslands): Which of the following is a tropical grassland biome? Distinguish tropical grasslands from temperate grasslands and boreal forests. Choose the correct biome name.

Q: World biomes (grasslands): Which of the following is a tropical grassland biome? Distinguish tropical grasslands from temperate grasslands and boreal forests. Choose the correct biome name.

Concept Savannah is the typical tropical grassland (with scattered trees), whereas Pampas (South America) and Prairies (North America) are temperate grasslands; Taiga is boreal forest. Final Answer Savannah

Difficulty: Easy

Taiga
Savannah
Pampas
Prairies

Correct Answer: Savannah

Explanation:

Concept
Savannah is the typical tropical grassland (with scattered trees), whereas Pampas (South America) and Prairies (North America) are temperate grasslands; Taiga is boreal forest.

Final Answer
Savannah

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