AP Biology (Mader), 11th Edition

Chapter 46: Major Ecosystems of the Biosphere

Learning Outcomes

46.1 Climate and the Biosphere

1. Describe how solar radiation produces variations in Earth's climate.
2. Explain how global air circulation patterns and physical geographic features are associated with the Earth's temperature and rainfall patterns.

46.2 Terrestrial Ecosystems

1. Recognize the geographical distribution of the major terrestrial biomes.
2. Identify the key characteristics of the major terrestrial biomes.

46.3 Aquatic Ecosystems

1. Compare the characteristics of freshwater and saltwater ecosystems.
2. Interpret the manner in which ocean currents will affect the climate and weather over the continents.