The Role of Trees in Ecology and Urban Settings
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What is one of the ecological benefits of trees mentioned?

  • They primarily provide aesthetic value to urban settings.
  • They contribute to air filtration by absorbing pollutants. (correct)
  • They emit carbon monoxide into the atmosphere.
  • They directly increase ambient temperature.

What significant role do trees play in urban settings according to the content?

  • They increase the prevalence of diseases.
  • They are the primary source of building materials.
  • They help deflect sunlight, reducing the heat island effect. (correct)
  • They provide electrical energy.

How do ancient trees contribute to communities, as suggested in the content?

  • They are often removed for urban development.
  • They provide only limited ecological benefits.
  • They serve as historical landmarks and sources of pride. (correct)
  • They primarily attract pests and diseases.

What is the significance of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's observation regarding forest trees?

<p>An acre of forest absorbs carbon dioxide and emits oxygen adequate for many people. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During photosynthesis, what do trees convert into oxygen?

<p>Carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What essential needs have trees furnished humans since the beginning?

<p>Food and oxygen (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do trees help mitigate the heat island effect in urban areas?

<p>By deflecting sunlight (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What process do trees use to produce oxygen?

<p>Photosynthesis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In addition to providing oxygen, what other function do trees perform regarding air quality?

<p>They absorb pollutants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit that trees provide to urban communities?

<p>They improve aesthetic environments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Trees provide essential resources

Trees supply fundamental needs like food, oxygen, shelter, medicine, and tools.

Trees improve urban environments

Trees create aesthetically pleasing spaces, provide shade, and support wildlife habitats in cities.

Trees affect climate

Trees mitigate the urban heat island effect by reducing sunlight and contribute to improved air quality and climate by removing pollutants.

Photosynthesis benefits humans

Trees absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, supporting human respiration.

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Urban tree impact

Trees filter air, improve water conservation, preserve soil, and support wildlife.

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Tree's role

Trees provide vital resources like food, oxygen, shelter, medicine, and tools throughout history and have expanded their utility in modern life.

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Urban benefits

Trees create aesthetically pleasing environments in cities, offering shade, and supporting wildlife habitats.

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Climate amelioration

Trees reduce urban heat by blocking sunlight, improving air quality, and conserving water, helping preserving soil and supporting wildlife.

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Photosynthesis

Trees absorb carbon dioxide and produce oxygen, crucial for human survival.

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Carbon Sequestration

Trees absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, reducing its impact on climate change.

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