EBK BIOLOGY
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Author: Maier
Publisher: VST
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Chapter 17, Problem 7LTB
Tundra is found ___________ .
- where average temperatures are low and growing seasons are short;
- near the poles;
- at high altitudes;
- A and B are correct;
- A, B, and C are correct
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