Tundra
Context
A cold, treeless area; the coldest biome, characterized by a layer of permafrost
Explanation
Tundra is found in Arctic and Antarctic regions, with low temperatures, short growing seasons, and a landscape dominated by mosses, lichens, and dwarf shrubs.
Applications
Tundra regions are important for studying climate change, as they are highly sensitive to global warming.
They provide habitat for unique wildlife, including Arctic foxes and caribou.
Tundra plays a significant role in the Earth's carbon cycle.