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Biomes
is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
Example Sentences
- The pillowy and interlocking design of these biomes was influenced by dragonfly wings.
- They sampled genetic material from the biomes at varying depths.
- Learning about taxidermy to creating dioramas that depict the diverse life forms in different biomes.
American Heritage
Science Dictionary
biome  (bī'ōm') Pronunciation Key
A large community of plants and animals that occupies a distinct region. Terrestrial biomes, typically defined by their climate and dominant vegetation, include grassland, tundra, desert, tropical rainforest, and deciduous and coniferous forests. There are two basic aquatic biomes, freshwater and marine, which are sometimes further broken down into categories such as lakes and rivers or pelagic, benthic, and intertidal zones. |
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