Biome Characterization and Distribution
A large area of land or a group of ecosystems that have similar climatic conditions Considering temperature - Classified by latitude or distance from the equator Considering moisture – classified by distance from the ocean Can be modified by abiotic factors
Wind patterns If wind pattern in on-land, the shore climate is very wet
Ocean Currents Warm and cold currents can affect coastal temperature Ex – Europe under influence of a warm current
Mountain Ranges Can increase the amount of precipitation on the windward side and decrease it on the lee-ward side