For many years, wetlands were considered to be "wasted land", where 50% of wetlands in the U.S. alone were lost to agriculture, development, and flood control. However, we now understand that wetlands (swamps, marches, bogs) are a critical for water resources, biodiversity, and have economic value. Why are wetlands of such value? Provide 3 ecosystem services (benefits) of wetlands. Ver

For many years, wetlands were considered to be "wasted land", where 50% of wetlands in the U.S. alone were lost to agriculture, development, and flood control. However, we now understand that wetlands (swamps, marches, bogs) are a critical for water resources, biodiversity, and have economic value. Why are wetlands of such value? Provide 3 ecosystem services (benefits) of wetlands. Ver

Biology (MindTap Course List)

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Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg

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Chapter56: Ecology And The Geography Of Life

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 2TYU: Forests of the northeastern and middle Atlantic United States, which have broad-leaf hardwood trees...

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