Lesson 11 Mangroves Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Lower temp limit of mangrove trees
A
-5
2
Q
What is the main correlation between mangrove distribution?
A
Sea temperature
3
Q
Habitat challenges of Mangroves (3)
A
Anoxia in sediment, anchorage problems, harsh for seeds and seedlings
4
Q
How do mangroves deal with challenges?
A
Wide spread superficial roots, root extensions, root buttresses
5
Q
How do mangroves cope with salinity (2)
A
Salt blockers, salt secreters
6
Q
How do secreteos work?
A
Secretes salt through the leaves
7
Q
Viviparity definition
A
When fertilisation, germination, and seed development all occurs on parent tree
8
Q
How do mangroves seedlings spread (3)
A
Float horizontally, turn vertical and implant roots in less than 10 days in favourable conditions
