VEGETATION WORKSHEET

1. In your own words, explain the meaning of the term “natural vegetation”.

2. There are two classes of trees. Which one can survive a harsher climate? Why?

3. Name the Canadian vegetation region which:

a) is the largest

b) is the smallest

c) is the wettest

d) is the coldest

4. Explain, in your own words, the term “transition zone”. Give an example and explain
why this vegetation region is a transition zone.

5. “Natural vegetation is usually quite different from plants which people cultivate for
food or for use in industry.” Explain the differences.

6. If you climb up a mountain you will find a similar sequence of vegetation to that you
would find if you travelled from southern Canada to the high Arctic. Explain why this
statement is valid.