Ecological Services Provided by Forests

question 125

Multiple Choice

Ecological services provided by forests

• A) destabilize climate change.
• B) are an infinite supply of ecological income.
• C) are not essential for humans and their economies.
• D) are worth hundreds of times less than their economic value.
• E) are worth hundreds of times more than their economic value.

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Definitions:

Biomes

Large ecological areas on the Earth's surface, with flora and fauna adapting to their environment, such as forests, deserts, and tundras.

Microclimate

The climate of a very small or restricted area, especially when this differs from the climate of the surrounding area.

Temperature Extremes

Conditions involving very high or very low temperatures that can cause stress to living organisms and affect ecosystems.

Leeward Side

The side of an object or geographical feature that is sheltered from the wind, typically receiving less precipitation and wind.