Geography
How are the Temperate Grasslands different from the Tropical Savannas?
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| Temperate Grasslands | Tropical Savannas |
|---|---|
| The temperate grasslands occupy the interior of the continents in the mid-latitude zone of 40° to 55° North and South. | The tropical Savannas are located in semi-arid to semi-humid climate regions of subtropical and tropical latitudes. They lie roughly between 7° to 20° north and south of the Equator. |
| The annual range of temperature varies between 18°C to 26°C in the case of Calgary. In the Southern Hemisphere winters are less severe owing to the moderating effect of the oceans. | The climate of the region is characterised by hot, wet summers and cool dry winters. Noon temperatures can be over 38°C while night temperatures can drop to below 10°C. The length of the wet and dry season differs from area to area. |
| The landscape is characterised by much shorter grasses. | The landscape is characterised by tall grasses and short trees. The grass is coarse and grows to a height of 3 to 6 feet at maturity. |
| There are no trees in this region. | Deciduous trees like baobabs and bottle trees are found here. |
| People of this region practice agriculture. | People of this region are herdsmen or pastoralists. |
| They are ideal for wheat cultivation. | They have immense potential for plantation agriculture. |
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