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Environmental Science Midterm Review
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Science
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9th Grade
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Practice Problem
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a controlled fire to clear fire fuel called?
Back
Prescribed burn
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an invasive species?
Back
A non-native species that causes harm to the environment, economy, or human health.
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-2
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which act encouraged settlers to move west and provided free acreage to those who made the journey?
Back
Homestead Act
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What percentage of trees must dominate an area for it to be considered a forest?
Back
10% dominated by trees.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of trees are most commonly found in a boreal forest?
Back
Coniferous trees.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the primary purpose of a prescribed burn?
Back
To reduce excess vegetation and prevent larger wildfires.
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-5
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the ecological impacts of invasive species?
Back
They can outcompete native species, disrupt ecosystems, and cause economic harm.
Tags
NGSS.MS-LS2-2
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
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