A forested slope is set to be logged.Which method will minimize erosion and protect the stream at the base of the slope from being polluted by excess sediment?
A) strip cutting
B) clear-cutting
C) surface cutting
D) second-growth cutting
E) crown cutting

Question

A forested slope is set to be logged.Which method will minimize erosion and protect the stream at the base of the slope from being polluted by excess sediment?​
A) ​strip cutting
B) ​clear-cutting
C) ​surface cutting
D) ​second-growth cutting
E) ​crown cutting

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Strip cutting involves the removal of strips of trees, leaving some trees in place to provide cover for the soil and prevent erosion. This method also allows for natural regeneration of the forest and helps to protect the stream at the base of the slope from excess sediment by reducing the amount of exposed soil.

A Forested Slope Is Set to Be Logged