Title: Explain the importance of wetlands to an ecosystem.
Course: Introduction to Natural Resources and Ecology Systems (18504) > Section: Protecting Water Resources

Explanation should include

- the legal definition of a wetland
- types of wetlands (e.g., marshes, swamps, bogs, fens)
- characteristics of a wetland (e.g., vegetation, soils, hydrology)
- benefits of wetlands (e.g., water control, water quality, habitat, recreation).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between man-made wetlands and wetlands that occur naturally?
- What is the role in the ecosystem of the area?
- What management strategies are used to preserve wetlands?
- What is the role of a wetland as it relates to wildlife and agriculture?
- What are major concerns, hazards, and issues related to wetlands?
- How could one defend the preservation of wetlands?
- What are the differences between the various types of wetlands?
- What are the new federal updates on Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) wetland jurisdiction?
- What are three benefits of wetlands?

Teacher Resource: Environmental and Natural Resources Career Development Event (CDE)