Marsh

The video tutorial explores marshes, a type of wetland, and their significance. It covers three types of marshes: salt marshes, freshwater tidal marshes, and freshwater marshes. Salt marshes are influenced by ocean tides and host specific plants and animals. Freshwater tidal marshes, while also tidal, do not contain saltwater and support a wider variety of life. Freshwater marshes are the most diverse and common in North America. Marshes play a crucial role in filtering pollution and reducing flooding but face threats from urban development and agriculture.

What are marshes primarily composed of?

• Coral and algae

• Rocks and sand

• Grasses and non-woody plants

• Woody plants and trees

Which type of marsh is influenced by ocean tides?

• Desert marsh

• Salt marsh

• Mountain marsh

• Freshwater marsh

Which of the following animals is commonly found in salt marshes?

• Kangaroos

• Raccoons

• Penguins

• Elephants

How do freshwater tidal marshes differ from salt marshes?

• They are located in deserts

• They are a freshwater habitat

• They contain saltwater

• They are not affected by tides

What role do marshes play in the environment?

• They act as a filter for pollution

• They cause flooding

• They reduce biodiversity

• They increase pollution