Title: Differentiate among the forest types of North America.
Course: Forestry Management (18502-I) > Section: Comparing Forest Regions of North America

Differentiation should include

- forest types, such as
  - pine
  - pine hardwood
  - mixed hardwood
  - bottomland hardwood
  - cove hardwood
- influencing factors, such as
  - soil and moisture conditions
  - past treatment
  - clearing and later abandonment
  - wildlife influences
  - forest fire
  - insects and diseases
- effect of forest type on forest usage.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does forest type affect forest productivity and timber harvest?
- How do differences among forest types influence other ecosystem components?