Question

select the statement that correctly identifies and describes a biome located between 15 - 30° north or south. choose 1 answer: a the temperate deciduous forest receives low levels of precipitation and sunlight, so biodiversity is low. b the desert receives low levels of precipitation and high levels of sunlight, so biodiversity is high. c the temperate deciduous forest receives moderate levels of precipitation and sunlight, so biodiversity is moderate. d the desert receives low levels of precipitation and high levels of sunlight, so biodiversity is low.

Explanation:

Deserts are located between 15 - 30° north or south. They have low precipitation and high sunlight. Harsh conditions lead to low biodiversity. Temperate deciduous forests are not in this latitude range.

Answer:

D. The desert receives low levels of precipitation and high levels of sunlight, so biodiversity is low.