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FRST_V 100 101 2025W1 FINAL EXAM

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Match the following descriptions with the associated silvicultural concept: 1: Removal of trees in blocks of less than 1 ha. 2: Stand harvesting is done in several successive cuttings that protect the regeneration of an even-aged stand. 3: Frequent but low intensity cuttings to harvest mature trees and regenerate the stand while maintaining an uneven-aged structure. 4: Clearcutting and subsequent vegetative regeneration for some hardwoods. 5: A one time harvesting followed by the regeneration of the stand, producing an even-aged stand. 6: Removal of trees with the main objective of promoting growth of remaining standing trees.

Options

A.Seed tree

B.Thinning

C.Selection

D.Clearcutting

E.Coppice

F.Patch cutting

G.Shelterwood

H.Retention

I.Pruning

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We are given six descriptions (1–6) and six silvicultural concepts to match from the provided options. I’ll evaluate each description and explain which concept fits best and why the other options do not. 1) Removal of trees in blocks of less than 1 ha. - Best match: Patch cutting. Patch cutting involves harvesting in small blocks or patches rather than a single large area, often to mimic natural disturbances and retain some structure in the landscape. - Why the other options don’t fit here: • Thinning generally refers to removing trees within an already established stand to improve growth or health, not removing in small blocks. • Selection emphasizes removing individual trees or small groups in an uneven-aged stand, not systematically harvesting blocks under 1 ha. • Clearcutting involves removing nearly all trees in a stand, producing a large opening, not small patches. • Coppice is a regeneration method after removal, but the description is about the harvesting pattern, not the regeneration method. • Shelterwood is a staged approach typically involv......Login to view full explanation

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