Fire Basics
What are the three things needed to start a fire?
Oxygen, heat, and fuel
Why might some forests need fire to stay healthy?
Fires can remove dead materials and promote new growth
What kind of animals might have to escape from a forest fire?
Deer, birds, and rabbits
True or False: Some pine cones only release their seeds when there's a fire.
True
True or False: All fires are bad for the environment.
False
True or False: Fire can only destroy nature?
False
What kind of trees are highly resistant to fire?
Trees like sequoias and some types of pines
How do animals contribute to regrowth after a fire?
They can spread seeds through their fur or droppings
What is it called when a plant grows back after a fire?
Regeneration
What are controlled burns?
Fires set intentionally to manage vegetation and prevent larger, uncontrolled wildfires
What is a natural fire caused by nature called?
A wildfire
After a fire, what substance left behind helps new plants grow?
Ash, which contains nutrients
True or False: Smoke from fires can help seeds from some plants to sprout.
True
What type of trees are highly resistant to fire?
Trees like sequoias and some types of pines
What should you never leave unattended at a campsite to prevent forest fires?
A campfire
Which natural event can often cause wildfires in forests?
Lightning strikes
What is a 'fire-dependent' plant? Give an example
A plant that needs fire to reproduce or thrive, like the lodgepole pine
Can fire be used to help farming land? If yes, how?
Yes, it clears old crop debris and can control pests
What can humans do to prevent dangerous wildfires?
Keep areas clean of too much dry brush and follow local fire guidelines
How should you behave if you see a forest fire while hiking?
Move away from the fire and alert authorities
How do firefighters use fire to stop wildfires?
They create controlled burns or firebreaks to remove fuel
What does 'fire ecology' study?
The role of fire in the life of a forest or grassland
Which part of the world experiences a 'fire season'?
Areas like California or Australia
What is an adaptation that allows some trees to survive fires?
Thick bark that protects the core from heat
Describe one method people use to protect their homes from wildfires.
Clearing brush and flammable materials away from the house