Freshwater Wetlands Review

What is a wetland?

• A dry desert area

• A forest with tall trees

• An area where water covers the soil, either seasonally or permanently

• A mountain range

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What type of plants characterize marshes?

• Woody plants

• Herbaceous plants

• Aquatic plants

• Desert plants

How many plant species are typically found in bogs?

• Many plant species

• No plant species

• Few plant species

• Only aquatic plants

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How do wetlands help in flood management?

• By increasing flood risks

• By reducing flood risks

• By creating more water flow

• By storing floodwater permanently

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What is one of the key roles of wetlands in carbon storage?

• They release carbon into the atmosphere.

• They store carbon in their soil.

• They convert carbon into oxygen.

• They prevent carbon from forming.

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How do wetlands help in flood control?

• By increasing rainfall.

• By absorbing excess water.

• By creating barriers.

• By evaporating water quickly.

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What environmental benefit do wetlands provide related to climate change?

• They increase global temperatures.

• They help mitigate climate change.

• They cause more frequent storms.

• They reduce biodiversity.

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What happens to excess water during heavy rains in wetlands?

• It is stored in underground reservoirs.

• It is absorbed by the wetlands.

• It is immediately evaporated.

• It is diverted to rivers.

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Which of the following is a benefit of carbon storage in wetlands?

• It increases atmospheric carbon.

• It helps mitigate climate change.

• It reduces plant growth.

• It causes soil degradation.

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How do wetlands contribute to climate change mitigation?

• By releasing carbon.

• By storing carbon in their soil.

• By increasing carbon emissions.

• By reducing oxygen levels.

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