Question

1. how would you describe a desert? (2pts)

a. wet ecosystems that are found around the world
b. dry ecosystems that are not found in cold climates
c. dry ecosystems found in africa
d. dry ecosystems that can be found in cold and hot areas

Explanation:

Deserts are defined by their extremely low precipitation, making them dry ecosystems. They exist in both hot regions (like the Sahara) and cold regions (like Antarctica's polar deserts). Option a is wrong because deserts are dry, not wet. Option b is incorrect as deserts do occur in cold climates. Option c is wrong because deserts are found globally, not just in Africa.

Answer:

d. Dry ecosystems that can be found in cold and hot areas