Section: Science

30)

Which of the following is generally NOT true of the alpine versus arctic tundra biomes:

alpine tundra does not contain permafrost whereas arctic tundra does contain permafrost
alpine tundra has a lower species diversity than arctic tundra
alpine tundra is warmer and has a longer growing season than arctic tundra
alpine tundra has less severe winters than arctic tundra

Explanation

The alpine tundra provides a more conducive environment for animals and thus the statement that it has a lower diversity of species compared to the arctic tundra is false.