12 - Global Perspective on Forests and Water Flashcards
1
Q
how does satellite mapping influence the environment
A
Finds Correlation between Wildfires
and Floods Under Extreme Climate
2
Q
what are tree-water-fish habitat requirements
A
– Clean flows
– Cool temperature
– Suitable flows
– Dissolved oxygen
– Substrate composition
– Cover
– Access
3
Q
how does forest harvesting affect annual mean flow
A
Forest harvesting generally increases annual mean flow, while
reforestation decreases it (consistency in direction).
4
Q
what are two major drivers of runoff variation in forested watersheds
A
Climate variability and forest change
5
Q
how do forests affect climate
A
Forests affect precipitation recycling, hydrological intensification and moisture
transport downwind
