Ch 11.2 Forests and their Resources

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What is an uneven-aged stand in forestry?

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An uneven-aged stand is a forest management system where trees of different ages are present, allowing for selective harvesting and regrowth of trees that were harvested at different times.

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What is the subcanopy in a forest?

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The subcanopy is the layer of vegetation below the canopy that provides animals with bark, fruit, and a place to rest and nest.

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Define understory in the context of forests.

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The understory refers to the plants and groundcover at the base level of trees in a forest, which thrive in the shade of the taller trees.

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What are snags in a forest ecosystem?

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Snags are dead or dying trees that provide food for insects, shelter, and nesting spots for various wildlife.

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List the methods timber companies use to harvest trees.

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Timber companies use methods such as clearcutting, selective cutting, shelterwood cutting, and seed tree cutting to harvest trees.

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What is clearcutting?

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Clearcutting is a forestry practice where all trees in a designated area are cut down, often leading to significant ecological changes.

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Explain selective cutting.

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Selective cutting is a method of harvesting trees where only certain trees are removed, allowing for the preservation of the overall forest structure.

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What is shelterwood cutting?

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Shelterwood cutting is a forestry practice that involves removing trees in phases to establish a new generation of trees under the protection of older trees.

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Define seed tree cutting.

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Seed tree cutting is a method where a few mature trees are left standing to provide seeds for natural regeneration after the surrounding trees are harvested.

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What role do dead trees play in a forest ecosystem?

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Dead trees, or snags, provide essential habitats for insects and birds, contributing to biodiversity and nutrient cycling.