Asked by Austin House on Sep 25, 2024
Which tree species is likely to successfully regenerate after a stand has been clear-cut?
A) a trees species that prefers acid soils
B) a tree species that requires full sun
C) a shade-tolerant tree species
D) a tree species that prefers alkaline soil
Clear-cut
A forestry or logging practice where all trees in an area are uniformly cut down, often used for timber production but criticized for environmental impact.
Acid Soils
Soils with a pH level below 7, often resulting from heavy rainfall, certain parent material, or anthropogenic sources, which can affect plant growth and soil biology.
Alkaline Soil
Soil with a pH value above 7, characterized by a high concentration of carbonate and bicarbonate ions, affecting nutrient availability and plant growth.
- Understand various forest management practices and their environmental impacts.
- Understand the process and outcomes of different tree cutting methods.
Learning Objectives
- Understand various forest management practices and their environmental impacts.
- Understand the process and outcomes of different tree cutting methods.