Australia's Unique Biosphere
The isolation of the continent and the impact of invasive species and climate change on the Outback.
Key Questions
- 1How has Australia's isolation led to its unique flora and fauna?
- 2What are the geographic challenges of living in the "Outback"?
- 3How is the Great Barrier Reef being affected by warming ocean temperatures?
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