[Campbell Biology P.1224] Which of the following statements accurately describes characterist... | Practice Question

Which of the following statements accurately describes characteristics of the Northern Coniferous Forest Taiga as presented in the text?

  • A: It is characterized by high plant diversity in its shrub and herb layers.
  • B: Winters are typically mild, and summers are cool.
  • C: It is the largest terrestrial biome on Earth, extending in a broad band to the edge of the arctic tundra.
  • D: Its trees primarily have broad leaves to maximize sunlight absorption.

Explanation

The text states that 'the northern coniferous forest, or taiga, is the largest terrestrial biome on Earth' and describes its distribution as 'Extending in a broad band across northern North America and Eurasia to the edge of the arctic tundra.' This directly matches option C.