Long Island Ecology 24

What is the process of moving sediments from location to another?

• Deposition

• Erosion

• Weathering

• Compaction

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Which of the following is NOT an agent of erosion?

• ice

• wind

• water

• lightning

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Which agent of erosion created Long Island?

• ice/glaciers

• wind

• water

• gravity

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What is the importance of barrier islands?

• Barrier islands protect the mainland from severe storms and large waves.

• Barrier islands provide more beach locations for tourists.

• Barrier islands provide living space for invasive species.

• Barrier island are not important.

How has the Fire Island breach had a positive impact on the Great South Bay? (Choose all correct answers)

• It improved water quality

• It improved the health of the ecosystem

• It increased water flow which reduced the brown tides

• Decreased the amount of fish in the bay

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What is the importance of seagrass ecosystems?

• Seagrass ecosystems only provide habitat for marine animals.

• Seagrass ecosystems have no importance.

• Seagrass ecosystems are important for providing habitat and food for marine animals.

• Seagrass ecosystems contribute to water pollution.

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What term is given to water that is a mix of freshwater and saltwater?

• Brackish

• Salinity

• Salty

• Fresh

True or False: The Fire Island breach increased the salinity of the bay.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What natural feature do trees in the maritime forest use as protection from sea salt spray?

• The boardwalk

• The dunes

• The deer

• Umbrellas

Which of the following is a major threat to the “sunken forest?”

• An increase in tourists

• Overpopulation of mosquitoes

• The growth of American Holly

• Rising sea levels

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