18 Questions
What is the purpose of hedge rows in sloping areas?
Preventing soil erosion
Which practice protects crops from damaging winds?
Shelterbelts
What is the objective of rigging-off in silvicultural practices?
Promoting thinning
Which is a component of the Silvicultural System for Sustained Yield?
Natural seeding
In Silvicultural Systems, what follows after the harvest stage?
Regeneration
What principle underlies the practice of silviculture regarding ecosystem stability?
'A diverse ecosystem is a stable ecosystem'
What is required for reproduction to start quickly in natural forests?
Proper site selection
Which action often requires a long period of time in establishing under the cover of an overstorey?
Site enhancement
What is the tendency when all or part of a climax stand is removed from a given area?
Accidental and unrestricted cutting
What is the way of nature when a bare area is rapidly covered with vegetation composed of small trees?
Proper site preparation
In natural forests, what maintains soil quality ideally despite potential production deficiencies?
Proper site preparation
Which action leads to a new generation of trees spreading more or less accidentally over an open area?
Regenerating site enhancement
What is one of the main roles of forest management in terms of protecting the site?
Ensuring stable soil
Which practice helps in salvaging dead and diseased trees or stands?
Letting potential mortality occur naturally
What does canopy opening in a forest indicate?
The forest is understocked
What is one factor considered when deciding on artificial regeneration?
Maturity of the forest
What is a crucial aspect of forest harvesting with respect to silviculture?
Maintaining forest cover for sustainable timber production
Why is it important to conduct sequential selection of silvicultural practices?
To preserve site stability and tree health
Test your knowledge on major areas of forest management including production, conservation, and utilization. Explore concepts such as species composition, harvesting, growth management, and protection measures.
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