Breen Wood case study Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Breen Wood?
A
Ballycastle, Co. Antrim
2
Q
Describe the climate of Breen Wood
A
Cool 1600mm falls annually Cool summer (15C in July) Mild Winter (4C in January) Low diurnal temperature range Autumn>spring (temperature
3
Q
Describe the soil and geology of Breen Wood
A
Podsol -1-2m deep -Acidic -Low nutrients-->leaching Basalt -Igneous -Low in nutrients
4
Q
Describe a food chain starting with oak
A
oak–>caterpillar–>goldcrest–>buzzard–>bacteria
5
Q
Describe a food chain starting with hazel
A
hazel–>caterpillar–>bluetit–>stout–>earthworm
