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Biology Wagaman
WCHS Wagaman Biology Chapter 3 Vocab
| word | definition |
|---|---|
| limiting factor | anything biotic or abiotic that restricts an organism |
| biome | ecosystems with similar climate and organisms |
| climax community | a stable, mature community that exist for a long time |
| tolerance | an ability to adjust to changes |
| primary succession | colonization of a new area |
| secondary succession | changes to an area after a disruption |
| photic zone | the area of shalow water where light can penetrate |
| aphotic zone | deeper water that does not get sunlight |
| estuary | an area on the coast where salt and freshwater mix |
| intertidal zone | an area between high and low tide lines |
| tundra | treelessland with temperatures below freezing |
| taiga | coniferous trees and cold wet weather |
| desert | arid regions with almost no plants |
| grasslands | rich soil and gresses, few trees |
| temperate forest | trees that lose their leaves annually |
| tropical rain forest | warm, wet weather and lush plants |