Mangrove Forests

What are some conditions required for mangroves to thrive? (Select all that apply)

• Tropical & subtropical climate

• Stagnant freshwater

• Muddy, silted substrates

• Intertidal zones with tidal action

• Protection from wave action

What is the optimal temperature range for mangroves to be in?

• 25°C to 35°C

• 5°C to 15°C

• 37°C to 42°C

• 10°C to 20°C

What is an intertidal zone?

• The intertidal zone is a region in space where satellites orbit Earth.
• The intertidal zone refers to the deepest part of the ocean floor.
• The intertidal zone is a type of cloud formation in the atmosphere.
• The intertidal zone is the area of the shore that is exposed to air at low tide and covered with seawater at high tide.

What does the term 'brackish' mean

• Extremely salty water
• Freshwater
• Highly acidic water
• Slightly salty water

What is a 'halophyte'?

• A plant that cannot tolerate any salinity in the soil or water.

• A plant that thrives in extreme cold temperatures.

• A plant that can tolerate low salinity in the soil or water.

• A plant that can tolerate high salinity in the soil or water.

• A type of animal that lives in saltwater environments.

What is the average salinity range of the ocean? (In PPT)

• 30-35 ppt
• 35-40 ppt
• 33-37 ppt
• 25-30 ppt
• 40-45 ppt

Define a mangrove forest

Which of these are characteristics of mangrove forests? (Select all that apply)

• High biodiversity

• Many mutualistic relationships

• Large root systems

• Only found on tectonic boundaries

Which of these are types of mangrove forests? (Select all that apply)

• Red mangroves

• White mangroves

• Black mangroves

• Green mangroves

Black mangroves have different roots compared to other mangroves, these are called ______________