ES: Ch 11 Forests and Forest Management Review

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What is resource management?

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Resource management is the process of efficiently and effectively using an organization's resources.

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Why is it important to manage renewable resources?

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To ensure they are not depleted.

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How can plantations be managed to resemble natural forests?

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By mimicking natural forest processes.

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What is Ecosystem-based Management?

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A strategy that considers the entire ecosystem, including humans, in the management of natural resources.

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What is a 'Selection system' in forest management?

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A method of forest management where trees are harvested in small groups or individually to maintain continuous forest cover.

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What is the main goal of sustainable forest management?

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To balance ecological, economic, and social functions of forests.

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Define 'biodiversity' in the context of forests.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the variety of species, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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What is the significance of undergrowth in a forest ecosystem?

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Undergrowth provides habitat for wildlife, helps prevent soil erosion, and contributes to the overall health of the forest.

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What are the benefits of mixed-species plantations?

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Mixed-species plantations can enhance biodiversity, improve resilience to pests and diseases, and provide a variety of products.

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What is the role of forest ecosystems in carbon sequestration?

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Forest ecosystems absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, helping to mitigate climate change.