* ecosystem that doesn’t contain trees due to its high altitude.
* found in mountainous regions across the globe. Their elevation normally ranges between 10,000 feet (3,000 meters) and the area where a mountain’s snow line begins.
* only about 200 plant species, as their dynamic conditions are not favorable for plant growth
* characterized by cold and windy conditions, as well as harsh sunlight
* extreme temperatures and low humidity.
* high elevation and low precipitation
* temperatures can typically drop from warm to freezing within a day.
* 30 cm) of precipitation annually. Nevertheless, snow may remain on the ground for an extended period, thanks to the consistently low temperatures.
* The soil found in alpine biomes is usually nutrient-poor and acidic. It is mainly made up of rocks and minerals that have been broken down by bacteria. In the winter months, the soil freezes and becomes covered in a layer of frost.
* characterized by small groundcover plants
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