Environmental Science: Forestry

Flashcards summarizing key vocabulary and concepts related to forestry from environmental science lecture notes.

Sugar Maple (Acer saccharum)

Native to northeastern North America; key source for maple syrup; five-lobed leaves turn yellow to red in fall.

Red Maple (Acer rubrum)

Commonly known as Soft Maple; characterized by red petioles and twigs; can be toxic to animals if leaves are dried.

Silver Maple (Acer saccharinum)

Commonly found along streams; important food source for squirrels; fast growing, reaching up to 26 m tall.

Striped Maple (Acer pensylvanicum)

Known for its green-brown bark with silver stripes; important food source for deer and porcupines.

Forest Inventory

Provides details about forest type, tree age, timber volume, and stand density.

Crown Classes

Classification of trees based on their position in the canopy: Dominant, Codominant, Intermediate, and Suppressed.

Nutrient Deficiencies

Symptoms of nutrient deficiencies often manifest in older leaves first, affecting their color, size, and growth.

Urban Forests

Trees in urban areas that improve air quality, provide habitat, and enhance property values.

Biological Maturity

Age at which a tree begins to decline in health and vigor, impacting its reproductive capabilities.

Clear Cutting

A forest management technique where all trees are removed from an area in one operation, often leading to even-aged stands.