Question

Determine whether the following descriptions belong to woody wetlands or herbaceous wetlands.
dominated by grasses
the Great Dismal Swamp
in Virginia is an example
dominated by trees
the Everglades in
Florida is an example

Answer 1

The descriptions you provided can be categorized as follows:

1. **Dominated by grasses**: This description belongs to **herbaceous wetlands**. These wetlands are characterized by the presence of herbaceous (non-woody) plants such as grasses, sedges, and forbs.

2. **The Great Dismal Swamp in Virginia is an example**: This description refers to a **woody wetland**. The Great Dismal Swamp is known for its swamp forests dominated by woody plants such as trees and shrubs.

3. **Dominated by trees**: This description belongs to **woody wetlands**, which are characterized by the presence of trees and shrubs.

4. **The Everglades in Florida is an example**: This description can also refer to a **woody wetland**, especially in the context of areas within the Everglades that contain tree islands and cypress swamps, though the Everglades as a whole also have substantial herbaceous components.

In summary:
- Dominated by grasses: Herbaceous wetlands
- The Great Dismal Swamp: Woody wetlands
- Dominated by trees: Woody wetlands
- The Everglades: Primarily woody wetlands, but also includes herbaceous wetland areas.