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词汇 alpine-tundra
释义 alpine tundra
noun[ U ]
uk /ˌæl.paɪn ˈtʌn.drə/ us /ˌæl.paɪn ˈtʌn.drə/
an area of land where trees do not grow because it is high up, usually in mountain areas, and the weather is too severe:
On Niwot Ridge, the alpine tundra is a mix of grasses, wildflowers, and low shrubs.
The highway offers spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and alpine tundra.
There is a high diversity of vegetation types on the island, ranging from alpine tundra to tropical rainforest.
Above the tree line is a landscape of granite, ice, and alpine tundra.
Human waste doesn't break down readily in environments like the alpine tundra.
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