FORESTRY

A _____________ is a piece of land covered with trees, shrubs, bushes either growing or planted.

• farm

• forest

• flora

• fauna

The scientific care, management and study of forests and all its resources is called

• fishery.

• forestry.

• horticulture.

• silviculture.

The following are forest tree species in Nigeria EXCEPT

• Gmelina.

• Mahogany.

• Iroko.

• Water leaf.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of forest to the environment?

• increased evaporation.

• prevention of leaching.

• reduction of erosion.

• serves as wind breaks.

Which of the following is a primary product of forest trees?

• Timber.

• Pulp.

• Cardboard.

• Paper.

Which of the following is NOT a function of forest to the environment?

• Hinders transpiration from plants.

• Supports soil conservation.

• Reduces the rate of evaporation.

• Reduces soil erosion.

Soft woods are processed into pulp for making papers for the following EXCEPT

• Books.

• Newspapers.

• Toilet rolls.

• Matchsticks.

Which of the following produce CANNOT be obtained from a forest reserve?

• Gum.

• Wool.

• Herb.

• Timber.

When a forest is established where it has not been existing, the practice is called

• afforestation.

• deforestation.

• desertification.

• cultivation.

Which of the following is NOT a forest management practice?

• Deforestation.

• Regeneration.

• Selective exploitation.

• Forest multiplication.