Question

What are some valuable functions or services that a wetland provides? Select all correct answers.


creates drainage problems for ecosystems


stores runoff during storms


improves water quality


Allows sediment from erosion to settle


increases erosion


provides habitat

Answer 1

The valuable functions or services that a wetland provides include:

- **stores runoff during storms**
- **improves water quality**
- **allows sediment from erosion to settle**
- **provides habitat**

The options about creating drainage problems for ecosystems and increasing erosion are not accurate representations of the beneficial functions of wetlands. Wetlands generally help mitigate these issues rather than exacerbate them.