Wonders of Wetlands
5 Questions
1 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

Which of the following best describes a wetland ecosystem?

  • An area that is flooded or saturated by water, either permanently or seasonally (correct)
  • A land form that is characterized by anoxic hydric soils
  • A region with a high concentration of aquatic plants and animals
  • A habitat that is home to a wide range of plant and animal species
  • What distinguishes wetlands from terrestrial land forms or water bodies?

  • The prevalence of anoxic processes
  • The presence of characteristic vegetation of aquatic plants (correct)
  • The high concentration of biologically diverse species
  • The seasonal flooding
  • What is the purpose of constructed wetlands?

  • To divert stormwater runoff
  • To treat municipal and industrial wastewater (correct)
  • To raise public awareness of wetland functions
  • To serve as a home for a wide range of plant and animal species
  • Why are wetlands considered among the most biologically diverse ecosystems?

    <p>They serve as home to a wide range of plant and animal species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What have methods for assessing wetland functions contributed to?

    <p>Wetland conservation and raising public awareness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Ecology Chapter 4 Flashcards
    7 questions
    Exploring Ecosystems in Science Class
    16 questions
    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Browser