What is the importance of the desert?

The fact that Saharan dust has been found in the Amazon basin shows the worldwide spread of the materials in the desert. Advancements in industry and technology have permitted the growth of cities in the desert. read more

According to an article in Science Daily in April 2008, desert sands are an important carbon sink on Earth. Scientists discovered that bacteria living in the sands of the Kalahari desert in Africa help gather and store carbon dioxide from the air. read more

The Desert Biome is an important part of Earth because many animals live in it and it is a source of sand. Also, a lot of oil is often found under many deserts. The Desert Biome is home to insects and spiders that frogs and birds eat. read more