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Introduction to ecosystems and biomes 
Objective: To learn the names and locations of the seven major global biomes and in the correct order from polar regions to the equator.
What is an ecosystem? 
What is a biome? 
An ecosystem is a small scale community of living things that interact with each other and their non-living environment, and may be as large as a desert or as small as a puddle.  All ecosystems require energy from an external source – this is usually the sun.
Biomes are very large ecological areas on the earth’s surface, with fauna and flora (animals and plants) adapting to their environment. Biomes are often defined by abiotic factors such as climate, relief, geology, soils and vegetation. A biome is NOT an ecosystem, although in a way it can look like a massive ecosystem.
Task 1 - Complete the key words and relationship sheet by clicking on the link below
Task 1 - Worksheet

Task 2 - Take Sara's Tour of the major biomes (below). Use the information within to fill in the worksheet below.
task 2  & 3 worksheet

Task 3 - Complete the second side of the worksheet above completing all tasks. Use this link from the BBC to help you with the locations task. 
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