Alpine tundra, as compared to arctic tundra,
A) is similar in many ways and can occur at lower latitudes due to high elevations.
B) is very dissimilar and is only grouped with arctic tundra because they are both cold.
C) occurs at extremely high latitudes.
D) occurs below the timberline.

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Alpine tundra is similar to arctic tundra in terms of vegetation, climate, and permafrost, but occurs at high elevations rather than high latitudes. Alpine tundra can occur at lower latitudes where there are high elevation mountains, while arctic tundra only occurs in the northernmost latitudes. Additionally, alpine tundra occurs below the timberline, which is the point where trees are no longer able to grow due to the harsh conditions.

Alpine Tundra, as Compared to Arctic Tundra