Biome Distribution (Edexcel GCSE Geography B)

Study Figure 1 which shows Russia’s biomes (large-scale ecosystems).

Figure 1

Russia’s biome map and animal biodiversity

Identify two features of the distribution of taiga (boreal forest).

Define the term ecosystem

Identify the range of animal species in Figure 1.    

State two ways in which climate affects the global distribution of biomes.

Explain one way in which vegetation helps soil to develop.

Study Figure 1.

Figure 1

Taiga forest in northern Norway

Identify three local factors affecting where the forest can grow.

Study Figure 2.

Figure 2

Predicted changes in the distribution of biomes in northern Europe, 2019–2100

Identify biome X.

State two characteristics of the temperate forest biomes.

Explain one way increased forest growth could affect the atmosphere.