AP Environmental Sciencemediummcq1 pt
Fire suppression in a fire-adapted forest typically leads to
A.fuel buildup and more catastrophic later fires
B.permanently safer forests
C.higher biodiversity always
D.no ecological consequences
Explanation
Core Concept
Blocking small natural fires accumulates underbrush, so when fire finally comes, it burns far hotter and larger.
Correct Answer
Afuel buildup and more catastrophic later fires
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