Donna Carson
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What is Thermoregulation?Animals use thermoregulation to maintain their body temperature. They can be poikilothermic, homeothermic, ectothermic, or endothermic.
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The Earth's AtmosphereDetailed description of atmospheric composition profile and temperature profile.
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The Temperate GrasslandsThe temperate grasslands are characterized by cold winters and hot summers, and 12 to 40 inches of precipitation per year. They are dominated by herbaceous vegetation such as grasses and forbs.
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The Tropical Rain Forest BiomeA quick overview of the tropical rain forest terrestrial biome.
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The Desert BiomeDesert biomes are typically located north and south of the equatorial tropical rain forest biome, and are characterized by low precipitation and extreme temperatures.
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Comparison of Paper Birch, White Spruce, and Black SpruceA change in the dominant species of tree can be observed at locations increasingly nearer lakes. This change is a result of competition among the different species of trees.
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Fossils and the Preservation of Organic RemainsFossils are remains or traces of ancient life. Fossils can be preserved in many ways, but the conditions must be just right.Also published on:
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Stream Characteristics: Erosion, Transportation, and DepositionStreams are responsible for erosion, transportation, and deposition of sediments. These functions are controlled by the energy of the stream, and the energy of the stream is determined by the stream's gradient and discharge.
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Patterns of Subsidence and Rebound at the Girdwood Mudflats in South Central AlaskaRegions that are located along subduction zones are prone to earthquakes, which often result in periods of subsidence and rebound. Patterns of subsidence and rebound can be identified through soil core samples. -
Tree Preference of Beavers in Southcentral AlaskaBeavers affect the distribution of tree species throughout their foraging area.