D U Practice Flashcard 1

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Marine habitats cover more than ____ percent of the earth’s surface.

Back

70 percent.

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What piece of legislation includes the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program?

Back

The Farm Bill.

Front

Which conservation act created the Civilian Conservation Corps?

Back

National Economic Restoration Plan.

Front

What is a characteristic of the taiga?

Back

Northernmost forests with seasonal climate including long winters and short summers.

Front

Which legislation provides funding for conservation programs to help farmers restore and protect wetlands?

Back

The Farm Bill.

Front

What is the primary purpose of the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program?

Back

To retire cropland and restore the land to grassland.

Front

What does the Clean Water Act aim to achieve?

Back

To restore and maintain the integrity of the nation's waters.

Front

What is the significance of the Duck Stamp Act?

Back

It provides funding for the acquisition of wetlands for conservation.

Front

Define 'taiga'.

Back

A biome characterized by coniferous forests, found in northern regions with long winters.

Front

What is the role of the Civilian Conservation Corps?

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To provide jobs while improving the environment.