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Question
Distinguish between Savannas and Tundra.
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Solution
| S.No. | Savannas | Tundras |
| (i) | Tropical grasslands are generally found between tropical forests. | These vast lowlands are found where the ground remains frozen. |
| (ii) | Generally hot climate and dry. They also experience moderate to low rainfall. | Generally long severe winter and short cool summer. |
| (iii) | Found in the Sahel, South of Sahara in East Africa and in Australia. | Found in Greenland Arctic and Antarctic regions and Northern parts of Asia, Canada, and Europe. |
| (iv) | Chief occupation is herding. | Hunting and fishing are their main occupations. |
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