Salt Marshes: Understanding Coastal Wetlands

The video explains what salt marshes are, highlighting their role as coastal wetlands dominated by salt-tolerant plants. It describes their location in the intertidal zone and their dynamic nature due to tidal changes. The video takes viewers on a virtual ride through a salt marsh, pointing out its water channels and grasses. It emphasizes the ecological importance of salt marshes, including their role as habitats for wildlife, protection against storms, and their function in water filtration and carbon storage. The video concludes with a reminder to practice kindness.

What defines a salt marsh as a unique type of wetland?

• Dominance of salt-tolerant plants

• Presence of freshwater plants

• Being found only in tropical areas

• Location in the desert

Where are salt marshes typically located?

• In the mountains

• In urban areas

• In the intertidal zone

• In the rainforest

What is a notable feature of the physical structure of salt marshes?

• They consist of water channels and grasses

• They are made of solid rock

• They are covered with ice

• They have sandy dunes

How does the depth of a salt marsh change?

• It changes with the tides

• It remains constant throughout the year

• It increases during the night

• It decreases in the summer

Which of the following is a benefit provided by salt marshes?

• They increase soil erosion

• They provide habitat for wildlife

• They reduce oxygen levels

• They are a source of freshwater

What role do salt marshes play in carbon storage?

• They have no effect on carbon levels

• They release carbon dioxide

• They increase carbon emissions

• They store carbon by absorbing carbon dioxide