Which of the following is a characteristic of a forest maintained by intermittent fire?
A) It takes up to a decade for new vegetation to grow.
B) Some species release seeds only after exposure to intense heat.
C) Fire burns the tree crowns but not the low vegetation.
D) Large and small trees of this forest tend to have fire-proof bark.

Question

Which of the following is a characteristic of a forest maintained by intermittent fire? 
A) It takes up to a decade for new vegetation to grow. 
B) Some species release seeds only after exposure to intense heat. 
C) Fire burns the tree crowns but not the low vegetation. 
D) Large and small trees of this forest tend to have fire-proof bark.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A forest maintained by intermittent fire is typically adapted to fire and has species that require fire for regeneration. Some species have serotinous cones or fruits that open after exposure to intense heat, allowing for the release of seeds.

Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of a Forest