What is one characteristic of a surface fire in a forest?
A) Wildlife and mature trees are harmed by surface fires.
B) Surface fires lead to more destructive fires.
C) Surface fires release minerals that are locked up in vegetation.
D) Frequent surface fires increase the chance that a severe crown fire will occur.

Question

What is one characteristic of a surface fire in a forest? 
A) Wildlife and mature trees are harmed by surface fires. 
B) Surface fires lead to more destructive fires. 
C) Surface fires release minerals that are locked up in vegetation. 
D) Frequent surface fires increase the chance that a severe crown fire will occur.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Surface fires release minerals and nutrients that are locked up in vegetation, which can benefit the forest ecosystem.

Answer: D
 Frequent surface fires can dry out forest fuels, increase their flammability, and make more severe crown fires possible.

What Is One Characteristic of a Surface Fire in a Forest