Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780133923001
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 46.2, Problem 1CT
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The decisions by foresters that can balance the benefits and hazards of controlled burns.

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Forest fire is a natural phenomenon that helps in maintaining the forest health. In natural process, the intensity of forest fire is low. This causes burning of all old leaf litter which provides space for germination of new seedlings. The old plants that burnt during the forest fire provide their nutrients to the soil helping the forest to acquire the lost nutrients.

Summary Introduction

To determine:

An alternative to controlled burn along with its advantages and disadvantages.

Introduction:

Wildfires are important to maintain the ecosystem to regenerate aging climax forests. It promotes the growth of new seedlings by clearing or providing the space.

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