Introduces the desert biome; its geographical locations, the causes of its formation, its temperature conditions and consequent aridity; its dust storms, and its rains. Shows the diversity of the plants and animals of the desert and how they adapt to their arid environment.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
002762
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Geography
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Desert ecology
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Deserts
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)