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The Importance of Wetlands to Humans: Flood Control and Environmental Benefits

Wetlands play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and supporting human activities. They provide essential habitat for various species, assist in controlling flooding by absorbing excess rainwater, and filter pollutants from water sources. Wetlands are found in a range of climates, from warm to cold, and their diverse ecosystems are often threatened by agriculture, development, and invasive species. Understanding the significance of wetlands can help in their conservation and highlight the need for protective measures.

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The Importance of Wetlands to Humans: Flood Control and Environmental Benefits

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  1. Agree Disagree Wetlands are important to humans because they help control flooding 1._______ ________ Wetlands can be found in both warm and cold climates 2._______ ________ Most of the wetlands in North Carolina are found in the western half of the state 3._______ ________ Very few animals are found in wetlands due to constant flooding 4._______ ________ Wetlands can be found along the ocean 5._______ ________

  2. Chapter 6, section 3Wetlands

  3. I. Types of Wetlands A. Wetland – area of land covered by shallow water for most or part of the year. B. 3 types: marsh, blog, swamp http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnlN-Dpq7Fs&feature=related

  4. II. Threats to Wetlands A. Agriculture – fertilizers (nitrogen) and pesticides from farming run-off into wetlands.

  5. B. Development – wetlands are paved over to build houses or stores

  6. C. Invasive Species – an organism that is put into a different environment and causes harm. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L07qJXmrmPE&feature=relmfu

  7. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4k84KW07Sw

  8. III. Importance of Wetlands A. Provide a habitat – wetlands have sheltered waters for spawning and nesting

  9. B. Control Flooding – loose soil in wetlands soaks up rain water.

  10. C. Filtering Pollution – plant roots catch and filter polluted water.

  11. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ft_2nj96jLM&feature=related

  12. Agree Disagree Wetlands are important to humans because they help control flooding 1._______ ________ Wetlands can be found in both warm and cold climates 2._______ ________ Most of the wetlands in North Carolina are found in the western half of the state 3._______ ________ Very few animals are found in wetlands due to constant flooding 4._______ ________ Wetlands can be found along the ocean 5._______ ________

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