Chapter 9 Flashcards

Forests, Forest Management, & Protected Areas

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Boreal Forest and Rainforests:

A

Largest and most biodiverse forests.

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2
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Oil Palm Plantations:

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Often replace rainforests, leading to habitat loss.

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3
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Primary Forests:

A

Unaltered, natural forests.

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4
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Secondary Forests:

A

Regrown forests after disturbance.

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5
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Timber Harvesting:

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Includes techniques like Clear-Cutting , Shelterwood, and Ecosystem-based harvesting.

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6
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Prescribed Burns:

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Controlled burns to prevent wildfires.

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7
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Bark Beetles:

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Invasive species that harm trees.

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8
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Paper Parks:

A

Protected areas that lack enforcement.

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9
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Edge Effects:

A

Negative impacts at the boundary of forests.

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