wildfired Flashcards

(11 cards)

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tell

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What are the main conditions required for wildfires to ignite?

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The main conditions required for wildfires to ignite include dry vegetation, high temperatures, and low humidity.

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True or False: Wildfires can only occur in forested areas.

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False: Wildfires can occur in various environments, including grasslands, shrublands, and even urban areas.

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4
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Fill in the blank: The three main components of the wildfire triangle are fuel, ______, and heat.

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oxygen

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5
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Which type of wildfire is characterized by flames that spread rapidly through the canopy of trees?

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Crown fire

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What are two primary human-related reasons for the increase in wildfire frequency?

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Land use changes and climate change.

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7
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what is ground fire

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-ground burns etc peat, tree roots

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what is surface fires

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  • leaf litter caught on fire , low-lying vegetation burns
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9
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wildfire natural causes

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-lighting with insufficent rain
-volcanic eruptions producing hot lava and ashes which can start fires

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10
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wildfire human causes

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-accidentlly dropping cigarettes, fireworks and BBQ’s can accidently create sparks
- arson

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