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QuizMultiple Choice

Fire and Nature

Question 7 • IC Environmental Science - Deering

Which of the following statements about prescribed burns is true?

Answer
A
Prescribed burns will always have detrimental effects on ecosystems, but should be used to protect homes.
B
Prescribed burns are necessary for preventing natural wildfires.
C
Prescribed burns can help maintain healthy ecosystems.
D
None of the above

Explanation

Prescribed burns are carefully planned fires used to manage vegetation and reduce accumulated fuel. They can support habitats and plant communities that depend on periodic fire, helping maintain healthy ecosystems. They do not prevent all natural wildfires, so choice C is the true statement.

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