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Whether in a desert, the savanna, or a tropical rainforest, plants have an important role in the ecological processes of Earth’s biomes. In this episode of Crash Course Botany, we’ll explore these ...

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In this episode, we’ll explore plants’ important roles in the world’s diverse biomes. Whether in a desert, the savanna, or a tropical rainforest, plants have an important role in the ecological ...