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What is a forest?
An ecosystem essential to human existence that consists of dense tree cover and is managed for timber and other products.
Which of the following are included in the definition of forests? (Select all that apply)
Silviculture is the art and science of tending to and caring for the forest.
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What is forest degradation?
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The process of reestablishing a forest on previously cleared land is called ______.
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Which of the following is a direct cause of deforestation? (Select all that apply)
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What is afforestation?
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What does the term 'endemic' refer to?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Forestry
- Forest Definition: Originates from Latin terms - foris (outdoors) and forestis (unenclosed land); vital ecosystem for food, fuel, shelter, and recreation.
- Community Aspect: Characterized by dense tree cover, supporting diverse species, structures, and associated wildlife like meadows and streams.
- Management Purpose: Areas dedicated to timber production, indirect benefits like watershed protection, and recreational facilities.
- Land Criteria: Must exceed 0.5 hectares with more than 10% tree crown cover and trees reaching a minimum height of 5 meters at maturity.
- Forest Types: Includes closed forests (high tree density) and open forests (continuous vegetation cover exceeding 10% crown cover).
Forest and Land Management Terms
- Forest Protection: A branch of silviculture focused on safeguarding forest resources from harmful elements.
- Silviculture: The science and practice of managing forest growth, health, and quality.
- Forest Clearing: Total removal of forest vegetation for other land uses, impacting ecosystem stability.
- Forest Degradation: Reduction in crown cover or ecosystem capacity to provide goods and services; can be temporary or permanent.
Environmental Concepts
- Afforestation: Planting trees in previously unforest areas to promote new forest growth.
- Climate Change: Rise in Earth's atmospheric temperatures due to global warming, affecting ecosystems.
- Climate vs. Weather: Climate refers to long-term weather patterns, while weather describes short-term atmospheric conditions.
- Deforestation: Commercial tree felling leading to loss of forest land for agriculture, infrastructure, and other uses; driven by both natural and human factors.
- Desertification: The process converting habitable land into desert, often due to climate change or harmful land practices.
- Reforestation: Reestablishing forests on areas previously cleared, aiding in ecological recovery.
Species Classification
- Endemic Species: Native species confined to specific regions, often remnants of broader historical distributions.
- Exotic Species: Non-native species introduced to new environments, which can disrupt local ecosystems.
Conservation Areas
- Natural Resource - Protected Area: Designated land and water parts, preserved for their biological significance, promoting diversity and protecting against exploitation.
Flora Terminology
- Shrub: A perennial woody plant, crucial in various ecosystems but not fully defined in the provided text.
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Explore the fundamentals of forestry with this comprehensive set of lecture notes. Learn essential forestry terms and their significance within ecosystems. Understand the various roles forests play in human existence and their importance to our environment.
