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What primary factor influences the distribution of vegetation in continental Portugal?
What primary factor influences the distribution of vegetation in continental Portugal?
- Uneven temperature and precipitation distribution (correct)
- Altitude
- Proximity to the sea
- Soil composition
The natural vegetation of the Azores archipelago remains completely unaltered by human activity.
The natural vegetation of the Azores archipelago remains completely unaltered by human activity.
False (B)
Name a typical type of vegetation found in the Azores archipelago.
Name a typical type of vegetation found in the Azores archipelago.
Laurissilva
In the cooler, more humid regions of northern Portugal, the forest that predominates is the ______ forest.
In the cooler, more humid regions of northern Portugal, the forest that predominates is the ______ forest.
Match each tree species with the characteristic climate where it is commonly found in Portugal:
Match each tree species with the characteristic climate where it is commonly found in Portugal:
Which adaptation is characteristic of pine trees that allows them to thrive in colder climates?
Which adaptation is characteristic of pine trees that allows them to thrive in colder climates?
Mediterranean forests in southern Portugal are primarily composed of deciduous trees.
Mediterranean forests in southern Portugal are primarily composed of deciduous trees.
Name a tree species common in the Mediterranean forests of southern Portugal.
Name a tree species common in the Mediterranean forests of southern Portugal.
The Azores archipelago's natural vegetation has been significantly altered by the introduction of species such as ______, hydrangeas and conifers.
The Azores archipelago's natural vegetation has been significantly altered by the introduction of species such as ______, hydrangeas and conifers.
Match the archipelago to its description:
Match the archipelago to its description:
Which characteristic defines the laurissilva forest found in Madeira?
Which characteristic defines the laurissilva forest found in Madeira?
The laurissilva forests are only found in the Madeira archipelago.
The laurissilva forests are only found in the Madeira archipelago.
Name a specific plant species that is found in the laurissilva forests of Madeira.
Name a specific plant species that is found in the laurissilva forests of Madeira.
In southern Portugal, species like the cork oak, holm oak and ______ dominate the landscape.
In southern Portugal, species like the cork oak, holm oak and ______ dominate the landscape.
Match the tree with leaf type:
Match the tree with leaf type:
Which of the following human activities has NOT contributed to altering the natural vegetation in the Azores?
Which of the following human activities has NOT contributed to altering the natural vegetation in the Azores?
The vegetation in the Madeira archipelago is primarily deciduous due to the island's distinct seasons.
The vegetation in the Madeira archipelago is primarily deciduous due to the island's distinct seasons.
What causes the uneven distribution of vegetation in Portugal?
What causes the uneven distribution of vegetation in Portugal?
The laurissilva vegetation is adapted to ______ winters.
The laurissilva vegetation is adapted to ______ winters.
Match the region of Portugal with the type of forest formation.
Match the region of Portugal with the type of forest formation.
Flashcards
Vegetation in Portugal
Vegetation in Portugal
Uneven distribution of temperature and rainfall that shapes plant life in mainland Portugal, creating mixed forests.
Northern Portugal Vegetation
Northern Portugal Vegetation
Deciduous forest (trees lose leaves seasonally) found in the colder, wetter North with trees like oak and chestnut.
Cold-Adapted Trees
Cold-Adapted Trees
Trees adapted to the cold with needle-shaped leaves (e.g., maritime pine) to minimize exposure to cold.
Southern Portugal Vegetation
Southern Portugal Vegetation
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Laurissilva in Azores
Laurissilva in Azores
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Vegetation Change
Vegetation Change
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Madeira's Laurissilva
Madeira's Laurissilva
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Laurissilva Location
Laurissilva Location
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Study Notes
- Continental Portugal's vegetation is influenced by temperature and rainfall distribution, resulting in forests with mixed characteristics.
- Northern Portugal's humid and cold regions are dominated by deciduous forests, featuring oak and chestnut trees. Cold-adapted trees like the Scotch pine with needle-shaped leaves are also present.
- Southern Portugal's hot and dry regions have Mediterranean forests with evergreen species like cork oak, holm oak and carob tree.
- The Azores archipelago has laurissilva vegetation, but is highly altered.
- Natural vegetation is being replaced due to agriculture, construction, and the introduction of non-native species like ferns, hydrangeas, and conifers.
- Madeira archipelago also features laurissilva vegetation, it is dense, evergreen, and adapted to mild, rainy winters, composed of species like laurel, til, vinho-tico, barbusano, and massaroco.
- Laurissilva is native vegetation to the archipelagos of Madeira, Azores, Canary Islands and Cape Verde.
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