SAF Conservation & Sustainability 2

Question 1

Which principle of sustainable forestry requires that the rate of timber harvest not exceed the rate of forest regeneration over the long term?

Accepted Answer

Non-declining even flow

Answer

Non-declining even flow (NDEF) is the NFMA requirement that timber harvest levels must not exceed the long-term sustained yield capacity of the land.

Question 2

The concept of 'ecological integrity' in forest conservation most directly refers to:

Accepted Answer

The capacity of an ecosystem to maintain its characteristic structure, function, and composition

Answer

Ecological integrity refers to an ecosystem's ability to maintain its native biodiversity, processes, and resilience without significant human-caused impairment.

Question 3

Under the Montreal Process, which criterion specifically addresses the maintenance and conservation of biological diversity in forests?

Accepted Answer

Criterion 1

Answer

Criterion 1 of the Montreal Process addresses the conservation of biological diversity, encompassing ecosystem, species, and genetic diversity.

Question 4

A forester applying the 'precautionary principle' in conservation decision-making would:

Accepted Answer

Take preventive measures when scientific uncertainty exists about potential harm

Answer

The precautionary principle holds that when an action risks harm to the environment, precautionary measures should be taken even without complete scientific certainty.

Question 5

Which term describes the long-term storage of carbon in forest biomass, soils, and wood products as a climate mitigation strategy?

Accepted Answer

Carbon sequestration

Answer

Carbon sequestration is the process by which forests capture atmospheric CO₂ and store it in biomass, deadwood, litter, and soil over long periods.

(SAF) Society of American Foresters Certification Practice Test

(SAF) Society of American Foresters Certification Practice Test

SAF Conservation & Sustainability 2