Question

Drag each effect of agroforestry in the rain forest to indicate whether it is a cost or a benefit.(2 points)

Costs Benefits
higher amount of nitrogen in the soil
higher start-up expenses
increased numbers of pollinating insects
higher amount of carbon storage
increased need for labor

Answer 1

Which of the following is a negative impact that flooding can have on the environment?(1 point)
Responses

reduction of microbial populations
reduction of microbial populations

distribution of organic material
distribution of organic material

damage to infrastructure
damage to infrastructure

recharging of groundwater

Answer 2

Costs:
- higher start-up expenses
- increased need for labor

Benefits:
- higher amount of nitrogen in the soil
- increased numbers of pollinating insects
- higher amount of carbon storage

Answer 3

damage to infrastructure