SALT MARSH FIELD TRIP AND SEED COLLECTION

This set of flashcards covers key vocabulary and concepts related to salt marsh ecosystems and the seed collection lab, providing definitions and explanations for important terms.

Salt Marsh

A coastal ecosystem characterized by salt-tolerant plants, situated between land and ocean.

Iva frutescens

Commonly known as Marsh Elder, a perennial, woody shrub found in salt marshes, crucial for coastal stability.

Corophium volutator

Commonly known as mud shrimp, an important organism in the salt marsh ecosystem.

Brackish Water

Water that has more salinity than fresh water, but not as much as seawater, typically found in estuaries.

Germination Trials

Experiments conducted to observe the process of seed sprouting under various conditions.

Salinity Tolerance

The ability of an organism to survive and thrive in environments with varying salt concentrations.

Tidal Pools

Depressions in the intertidal zone that are filled with seawater, often creating distinct microhabitats.

Coastal Wildlife

Various animal species that inhabit coastal regions and ecosystems, such as birds and marine animals.

Ecosystem Services

The benefits that humans receive from ecosystems, including coastal protection, nutrient cycling, and habitat provision.

Sustainable Practices

Methods that aim to meet current needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet theirs.