Watersheds

Which of the following is a characteristic of a Bog?

• Resembles a grassland

• Has moss covered floors (sphagnum)

• Has Alkaline waters

Where can you find a Bog Watershed

• Southern U.S.

• Western U.S.

• Northern U.S.

Marshes almost always contain water

• True

• False

What is the pH of the water in a Marsh

• Neutral

• Acid

• Base

I have shallow water for spring and Winter but am not wet all year round. Who am I?

• Marshes

• Fen

• Vernal Pool

I mainly am found in the southeast of the U.S, I have high nutrients in my soil, and am mostly trees. Who am I?

• Wet Meadows

• Forested Swamps

• Shrub Swamps

Wetland prevent flooding by acting as a ___?

• thick clay, preventing the water from draining

• sponge, soaking up all the water

• doorway, for water to pass through

I am less acidic than a Bog, have high nutrient value, and help to prevent floods. Who am I?

• Bog

• Wet Meadows

• Fens