Which biome is found only in Brazil, in the semi-arid north-east?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Caatinga, a dry thorny scrubland
- Step 1: Its name comes from a Tupi word meaning white forest. Step 2. Plants lose leaves in the dry season. Answer: the Caatinga. Why not the others: The other biomes also extend into neighbouring countries.
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