Alberta Wetlands Quiz

What percentage of Alberta is covered by wetlands?

• 10%

• 30%

• 40%

• 20%

Which of the following is NOT a type of mineral soil wetland?

• Shallow open water

• Marsh

• Swamp

• Bog

What is the primary characteristic of peatlands?

• High mineral content

• Seasonally fluctuating water levels

• Thick layers of decaying plant material

• Presence of woody vegetation

Which wetland type is characterized by acidic conditions and black spruce trees?

• Bog

• Marsh

• Fen

• Swamp

What is the maximum water depth in a wetland to differentiate it from a lake?

• 3 meters

• 2 meters

• 4 meters

• 1 meter