A steppe is best described as a large area of flat or gently rolling grassland that has few trees and is characterized by a semi-arid climate. Steppes typically experience moderate rainfall, which is not enough to support a forest but sufficient to sustain grasses and some shrubs. They are commonly found in regions such as Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and parts of North America. The term can also refer to a specific type of biome that lies between deserts and grasslands.
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