Environmental Science Unit 5 CFA #1

Which of the following is not a value of having forests?

• Forests are a source of biodiversity.

• Forests help prevent erosion.

• Forests create dirty, polluted water.

• Forests provide a source of food.

What is the most destructive form of timber harvesting?

• Clear-cutting

• Seed-tree

• Shelterwood

• Selective harvesting

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What is deforestation?

• Trees are harvested for wood and buildings

• Forest areas are replaced with commercial or residential property

• Forests are cut down and new forests are planted

• Sustainable harvesting of trees for local usage

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NGSS.HS-LS2-6

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What is an environmental impact of mining?

• Gold!

• Cleaner water for surrounding comunities

• Cleaner air

• Increased erosion

What are groups of minerals that are mined so that metals can be removed called?

• Fuels

• Nonmetallic minerals

• Ores

• Copper