Question

Temperate deciduous forests are characterized by trees that lose their leaves in the winter. Which of the following is an abiotic factor found in temperate deciduous forests? A. little to no rainfall B. a scarcity of water resources C. an abundance of animal life D. cold winter temperatures

Answer 1

D, cold winter temperatures

Answer 2

The correct answer is D)

Step-by-step explanation:

You'd recall the following definitions:

Abiotic Factors - Abiotic factors are non-living elements which still have an impact on the ecosystem and the living elements of that system. The most common abiotic factors are atmosphere, chemical elements, sunlight/temperature, wind and water.

So the answer to the question is already in the question. Clearly, cold winter temperature is an abiotic factor which is associated with a temperate deciduous forest.

Temperate deciduous forests can be found in the eastern part of the United States and Canada, most of Europe and parts of China and Japan.

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