Forest management techniques - SS2 Agriculture Past Questions and Answers - page 2
In forest management, what is the purpose of protecting young trees in a regenerating forest?
To encourage wildlife habitat destruction
To hinder natural growth
To ensure the forest remains intact and healthy
To promote clear-cutting
Which forest management technique aims to start a new forest from scratch in areas without trees?
Regeneration
Reforestation
Afforestation
Selective exploration
What are the common causes of deforestation?
Urban development and infrastructure projects
Expanding protected areas
Controlled logging
Promoting biodiversity
How does the Taungya system benefit both farming and forestry?
It promotes monoculture farming.
It eliminates the need for timber harvesting.
It allows farmers to grow crops while taking care of young trees.
It prioritizes timber production over farming.
What is the primary goal of afforestation?
To clear land for agriculture
To eliminate existing forests
To intentionally plant trees in areas without forests
To promote uncontrolled tree growth
How does the process of natural regeneration work in sustaining forests?
What are some potential environmental consequences of deforestation, aside from soil erosion and disrupted water cycles?
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Provide examples of tree species that are commonly planted in afforestation efforts
How does the Taungya system contribute to both forest preservation and farmers' income?
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