In context of Taiga biome examine the following statements 1 It is the world 39 s largest terrestria...........

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In context of Taiga biome, examine the following statements:

1.It is the world's largest terrestrial biome.

2.The soil beneath the biome often contains permafrost which prevents water from draining from the top layers of soil.

3.Mosses, lichens, and mushrooms cover the floor of this biome instead of shrubs and flowers.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Only one

Only two

All three

None of the above.

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Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. The Taiga, also known as the boreal forest, spans large parts of Canada, Russia, and Scandinavia. In terms of land area, the Taiga is indeed the world's largest terrestrial biome.

Statement 2 is correct. While permafrost is most commonly associated with the tundra biome, the southern edges of the Taiga biome, especially in Siberia and parts of Canada, can overlap with regions that have permafrost. This permafrost does prevent water from draining easily, leading to marshy conditions in many parts of the Taiga during warmer months.

Statement 3 is correct. The floor of the Taiga biome is often covered with mosses, lichens, and fungi due to the dense canopy above and the acidic soils. While there are some shrubs and flowers in the Taiga, mosses and lichens are more dominant.