iCEV Forests

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What is a forest biome?

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A forest biome is a large area dominated by trees.

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What act encouraged settlers to move west and provided free acreage?

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The Homestead Act.

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What is NOT a critical technique for sustainable forestry?

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Clear-cutting.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What has caused an increase in endangered plant and animal species?

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Invasive species.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is NOT a service provided by forests?

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Replenishing carbon dioxide.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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Define sustainable forestry.

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Sustainable forestry is the management of forest resources to meet current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What is agroforestry?

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Agroforestry is a land management system that combines trees and shrubs with crops and/or livestock.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is reforestation?

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Reforestation is the process of planting trees in an area where the forest has been depleted.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What role do forests play in improving water quality?

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Forests filter pollutants from water, helping to maintain clean water supplies.

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What is the impact of soil erosion on forests?

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Soil erosion can lead to loss of nutrients, affecting tree growth and forest health.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4