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Alternate - ANSWER-Pertaining to bud or leaf arrangement,one leaf or bud at each node,situated at alternating positions along the stem. In this arrangement,the leaves are not directly across from each other. Contrast with opposite and whorled. Angiosperm - ANSWER-Plant with seeds borne in an ovary. Consist of two large groups: monocotyledons(grasses,palms,and related plants) and dicotyledons(most woody trees,shrubs,herbaceous plants,and related plants).contrast with gymnosperms. Class - AN...

Because pruning removes leaves and reduces the overall photosynthetic capacity of a tree, it also reduces _______. - ANSWER-growth Name five common reasons for removing limbs from trees. - ANSWER-dead diseased hazardous crossing thinning for light or air penetration weight reduction size reduction obstructing signs, views, clearance, etc. To maximize flowering, plants that bloom on current season's wood should be pruned prior to ______ ______, or in the summer after bloom has occur...

3 strand - ANSWER-3 strands twisted together in spiral pattern 12 strand - ANSWER-Braided rope of 12 strands. 2 types, 1- tight braided not easily splicable, used for climbing or rigging lines,2- loose, easily spliceable braid, used for slings 16 strand - ANSWER-Braided rope, load bearing cover and a core that is not significant in load bearing. 24 strand - ANSWER-- braided rope, 24 strand cover available in double braid or kernmantle. Access line - ANSWER-1-line hung in tree for eme...

List four defects that might be found during rope inspection that would require a rope to be retired. - ANSWER-cuts, excessive fraying puffs, pulled or herniated fibers abrasions changes in diameter discoloration glazing of the fibers Before climbing a tree, a climber should inspect the tree for hazards such as... (list 5) - ANSWER-broken limbs electrical hazards dead limbs decay splits True/False - The load on any piece of climbing or rigging equipment can be many times higher th...

Aerial Rescue - ANSWER-Method of bringing an injured worker down from an aerial lift device ANSI Z133.1 - ANSWER-The US, industry-developed, national consensus SAFETY standards of practice for tree care Back cut - ANSWER-Cut made on a tree trunk or branch, opposite from and toward the notch, face cut, or undercut, to complete felling or branch removal Barber Chair - ANSWER-Dangerous condition created when a tree or branch splits upward vertically from the back cut or slab (CSA) Canad...

stressed - ANSWER-If a tree is not well suited for the site in chich it has been planted, it may become _______, predisposing it to other problems. roots - ANSWER-A common mistake in diagnosis is to carefully examine the above ground portion of the tree, while ignoring the ______. abiotic - ANSWER-Leaf scorch, girdling roots, and mineral deficiencies are examples of ______ disorders egg laying - ANSWER-Insect damage to trees is usually the result of feeding or _____ ______. vectors -...

Abscission Zone - ANSWER-Area at the base of the petiole where cellular break down leads to leaf and fruit drop. Absorbing root - ANSWER-Fine,fibrous roots that take up water and minerals. Most absorbing roots are within the top 12 inches (30cm) of soil. Adventitious bud - ANSWER-Bud arising from a place other than a leaf axil or shoot tip,usually as a result of hormonal triggers. Aerial root - ANSWER-Aboveground roots. Usually adventitious in nature and sometimes having unique adaptive...

List the three components of risk assessment. - ANSWER-potential for failure environment that may contribute to failure potential target By definition, if there is no _______, a tree cannot pose a risk. - ANSWER-target When performing a tree assessment, it is important to develop and stick to a _______ process. - ANSWER-systematic For structural strength, branches should be _______ in diameter than their parent limbs or trunk. - ANSWER-smaller _______ _______ fungi primarily decay ...

As used in many standards and regulations, the term _______ denotes a mandatory requirement, and the term _______ denotes an advisory recommendation. - ANSWER-shall should Name five pieces of personal protective equipment that are generally required for all tree workers. - ANSWER-hard hat eye protection hearing protection, when applicable leg protection, when applicable sturdy work boots and appropriate clothing True/False - All communications wires and cables shall be considered to b...

o, a - ANSWER-The majority of fine, absrobing roots of a tree are in the __ and __ horizons. compact, pore space - ANSWER-Driving vehicles across wet soil will _____ the soil and destroy soil _____ _____. Buffering Capacity - ANSWER-_____ ______ is the soil property that resists changes to the pH. True - ANSWER-True/False - Negatively charged clay particles hold cations near their surface. soil structure - ANSWER-______ _______ modifies the effects of soil texture as the soil particl...

Tree biology - ANSWER-The study of structure and function of trees and the relationship between them. (pg 3) Cells - ANSWER-Basic building blocks of structure (plural) (pg 3) Mitosis - ANSWER-Process of cell division used to create new cells in plants. Genetically identical. (FCHP) Differentiation - ANSWER-Process by which cells change their structure and specialize in a particular function. (pg 3) Tissues - ANSWER-Cells grouped together with similar structure and funct...

describe the difference among arboriculture, municiple arboriculture, and urban forestry. municipal arborculture - ANSWER-urban forestry encompasses all the greenspaces within a city. municipal arborculture is a specialize field of arborculture and urban forestry that deals with management of planted and naturally occuring greenspaces on public land in communities. arborculture focuses on tree care activities applied to individual trees and small groups of trees list 3 reasons it is imp...

Meristems - ANSWER-Sites of rapid cell division in the shoot tips, root tips, and cambium are called ____________. Apical - ANSWER-Meristems located at the end of the shoots are called primary or __________ meristems. Apical dominance - ANSWER-The tendency for terminal buds to inhibit the growth of lateral buds is called __________. Leaves - ANSWER-The "food factories" of trees are the _________. Photosynthesis, Oxygen - ANSWER-The procress of ___________ combines carbon dioxide an...

Bark, phloem, cambium, xylem - ANSWER-When cutting through a tree with a chain saw or drilling into a tree, you would pass through (in order) Growth may be stimulated in lateral buds - ANSWER-If the terminal bud is removed in pruning: The growth rings of a tree: - ANSWER-Visible because of the rapid growth rate of earlywood relative to latewood, can be counted on to approximate trees age, can give information about growth conditions in previous years. Cambium - ANSWER-layer of cells is ...

Chlorophyll - ANSWER-Makes the color or the leaves green so photosynthesis can take place Transpiration - ANSWER-loss of water vapor from leaves Bark - ANSWER-protects branches & trunk of tree from injury Excurrent Growth - ANSWER-Orientation of growth in external cell M.A.D.HORSE - ANSWER-Opposite leaf arrangement MAPLE ASH DOGWOOD HORSECHESTNUT pH - ANSWER-Measure of acidity or alkaline from 0 to 14 <7 acidic 7> Alkaline 7 Neutral Decurrent Growth - ANSWER-round...

severely ILL or in severe PAIN means? - ANSWER-They are unable to THINK ABOUT or DO anything else. 3 Probing questions: (+hint: Normal Activities,Today,Right Now) - ANSWER-1) Have they been able to do their NORMAL ACTIVITIES? 2) What have they been able to do TODAY? 3)What are they doing right now? Age Groups: - ANSWER-NEOnate: 0 - 1HR Infant: 1hr - 12 months Toddler: 1 year-5 years Child: 5 years - 16 years Adult: 16 years+ What are the 2 elements of a DISposition: - ANSW...

What is the normal body temperature? - ANSWER-37 degrees What symptom must be taken very seriously in a pregnant women? - ANSWER-A headache What does Neutropenic mean? - ANSWER-Low immunity What is sepsis? - ANSWER-A reaction to a infection causing the body to attack its own organs and tissues What is anaphylaxis? - ANSWER-Severe allergic reaction What is AAA? - ANSWER-abdominal aortic aneurysm What is rigor? - ANSWER-Violent shivering that occurs with a high fever that fights ...

What is disposition? - ANSWER-Skill set and Timeframe How many categories are there for ambulance dispositions? - ANSWER-4 What is a category 1 ambulance disposition, and how long does it meant to take? - ANSWER-This disposition deals with immediate threat to life, and is a highest category examples include potential cardiac arrest, fitting now, potential, cardiac arrest and post delivery. It is aim to response in 7 minutes. Which age group will receive a category, one for major blood l...

What is a pathway - ANSWER-A pathway is a FLOWCHART which is used to access the patients symptoms, it's presented in a user friendly way What is body map area - ANSWER-Areas of the body that can be clicked to access a range of pathways What is typically known as nettle rash - ANSWER-Uritria (hives) What are 7 reasons for early exit - ANSWER-1. EMERGENCY - Unconscious, Fitting Or Choking 2. The phone line went dead 3. The ambulance crew arrived before the assessment has been complete...

What is the priority when conduction a telephone assessment? - ANSWER-to establish if the patients condition is IMMEDIATELY life-threatening how long does it take for cells to die after not receiving oxygen? - ANSWER-3-5 minutes what are the three essential things to keep the body supplied with oxygen? - ANSWER-Airway, Breathing and Circulation What does 'AIRWAY' mean in regards to ABC - ANSWER-A clear airway through which air, containing oxygen, can enter What does 'BREATHING' m...