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Exploring Biomes Lesson 1: Mapping Biomes

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Environmental science learners examine satellite imagery of temperature, vegetation, precipitation, and productivity. They use these maps to understand how scientists divide the planet into major biomes. As part of a larger unit on biomes, this lesson is a vital piece. 

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satellite images, satellites, biomes, climates, Maps

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biomes, climate, Maps, satellite imagery, science
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Grade
6th - 10th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins

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