In Ecosystems Where Fire Is a Frequent Occurrence, Fire Suppression

question 50

Multiple Choice

In ecosystems where fire is a frequent occurrence, fire suppression has led to ________.

• A) reduction in the amount of ground fuel on the forest floor
• B) reduced risk of major forest fire events
• C) dense regeneration of single-species forest systems
• D) increased initiation of secondary succession

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Definitions:

Western Samples

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Researcher's Autonomy

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Cognitive Development

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Vygotsky's Theory

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