Midterms

Question 1

Uncontrolled and freely spreading combustion consuming forest fuels.

Answer 1

Forest fire

Question 2

study of fire and its relation to ecology

Answer 2

forest fire ecology

Question 3

intentional

Answer 3

arson

Question 4

deals with how often

Answer 4

fire history

Question 5

study of growth rings

Answer 5

dendrochronology

Question 6

law for arson

Answer 6

RA 3815

Question 7

latin penalty

Answer 7

Reclusion perpetua

Question 8

Revised fire code

Answer 8

RA 9514

Question 9

Section of RA 1613

Answer 9

Section 3

Question 10

oxidizing

Answer 10

ember

Question 11

building or portion is intended to be used

Answer 11

occupancy

Question 12

ignites spontaneously

Answer 12

Fuel

Question 13

Section 16 of the revised fire code : agriculture_____, marine or mineral

Answer 13

forest

Question 14

Triangle with 4 sides

Answer 14

Tetrahedron

Question 15

principal method of heat transfer

Answer 15

Mass transport

Question 16

fire edge located between two fingers

Answer 16

bay

Question 17

Boundary of forest fire

Answer 17

Fire edge/ perimeter

Question 18

Physical influence of fire behaviour

Answer 18

1. Topography
2. Fuel
3. Weather

Question 19

3 types of forest fire

Answer 19

surface fire
sub surface fire
crown

Question 20

Why are green fuels being burned?

Answer 20

1. Green fuels, like live vegetation and fresh leaves, burn when exposed to prolonged heat, which removes their moisture.
2. In forest fires, intense conditions can dry and ignite these fuels, making them flammable.
   P3. rescribed burns and natural wildfires consume green fuels to reduce future fire risks and maintain ecological balance.

Question 21

Fire as a tool in the reforestation of Benguet pine forests

Answer 21

1. Fire clears undergrowth, allowing sunlight to reach Benguet pine (Pinus kesiya) seedlings.
2. Controlled burns reduce competition from other plant species and enhance natural seed germination.
3. Properly managed fire prevents excessive damage to mature trees and minimizes soil degradation.

Question 22

Beneficial effects of fire

Answer 22

1. Clears dead vegetation, promoting new plant growth and maintaining ecosystem balance.
2. Recycles nutrients back into the soil, improving fertility and supporting regeneration.
3. Creates diverse habitats, increasing biodiversity by opening spaces for new species.

Question 23

Harmful effects of fire

Answer 23

1. Destroys habitats, reduces biodiversity, and releases harmful smoke and greenhouse gases.
2. Causes soil erosion and degradation, leading to increased risk of landslides and water loss.
3. Weakens forest ecosystems, making them more vulnerable to climate change and environmental stress.