3rd project
Across
- 2. Grassland: A grassy biome found in temperate regions with moderate rainfall, characterized by rolling hills and rich soils.
- 5. Wetlands with acidic, peaty soil, often dominated by sphagnum moss and characterized nutrient levels.
- 8. Fragmentation process by which large habitats are divided into smaller, isolated patches due to human activities or natural processes.
- 9. A type of wetland with acidic waters, rich in minerals, and supported by grasses and reeds.
- 10. Destruction: The complete loss of a habitat, often resulting from deforestation, urbanization, or other forms of land use change.
- 12. Wetlands dominated by herbaceous plants, often found near rivers, lakes, or coastal areas.
- 15. A large, slow-moving mass of ice formed from compacted snow, found in polar regions and high mountains.
- 17. An underground layer of water-bearing permeable rock or materials through which water can move easily.
- 18. Degradation: The decline in quality or suitability of a habitat due to pollution, overuse, or other environmental stressors.
- 19. Zone: Also known as the twilight zone, this part of the ocean ranges from 200 to 1,000 meters deep, where light does not reach and pressure is high.
- 20. A mixed woodland-grassland ecosystem characterized by a seasonal rainfall pattern and grasses with scattered trees.
Down
- 1. Rainforest: A dense, evergreen forest found in tropical regions with high rainfall, rich biodiversity, and multiple layers of vegetation.
- 3. A cold, treeless biome found in the Arctic and on top of mountains, where the subsoil is permanently frozen.
- 4. Grassland: Grasslands found in mountainous regions, often at higher elevations with cooler temperatures.
- 6. A barren area of land where little, resulting in harsh living conditions and sparse vegetation.
- 7. Areas where water covers the soil or is present either at or near the surface for at least part of the year, including marshes, swamps, and bogs.
- 11. (Boreal Forest): The world’s largest terrestrial biome, characterized by coniferous forests and cold climates, primarily found in Canada, Alaska, Russia, and Scandin11. Deciduous Forest: Forests composed of trees that shed their leaves annually, found in temperate regions with distinct seasonal changes.
- 13. A wetland with standing water and dominated by woody plants, often found near rivers or coastal areas.
- 14. Zone: The uppermost layer of the ocean, extending from the surface down to about 200 meters, where sunlight penetrates and photosynthesis can occur.
- 16. Zone: The midnight zone of the ocean, ranging from 1,000 to 000 meters deep, characterized by complete darkness and cold temperatures.