A is larger than an ecosystem and can have multiple ecosystems within itself.

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Biome is a large naturally occurring community of flora and fauna occupying a major habitat. It is larger in area, and can have multiple ecosystems. Examples: Tropical rainforests, grasslands, deserts, etc

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