Chapter 12.3 Flashcards

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What is a dense collection of trees with a thick top layer of interlaced leaves?

A

Forest

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What type of forest shows no signs of major disturbances and must be at least 150 years old?

A

Old-growth forest

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What is a forest that grows up from unforested land?

A

Secondary forest

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What is the limit beyond which factors are unsuitable for tree growth?

A

Tree line

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5
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What is the largest forest region?

A

Northern forest

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What forest region east of the Mississippi River produces wood used for furniture?

A

Central broadleaf forest

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What forest stretches across the southeast US and is the most heavily managed of the forest regions?

A

Southern forest

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What forest region is located along the Mississippi River and is one of the most productive forest regions?

A

Bottomland hardwood forest

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What forest region houses the redwoods and sequoias and produces the largest percentage of wood and paper products?

A

Pacific coast forest

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What forest region stretches from Canada to Mexico and is known for its production of aspen?

A

Rocky Mountain forest

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Q

What is the science of managing and studying forests and their related natural resources?

A

Forestry

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