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Dune Notes

The article discusses the importance of sand dunes in protecting coastal environments and outlines methods for their preservation and restoration. It emphasizes the ranking of plants based on their native status, stabilization ability, and growth speed, with native plants being more desirable for dune protection. The rankings promote resilience and biodiversity, highlighting the role of plants in stabilizing dunes and preventing erosion.

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Dune Notes

The article discusses the importance of sand dunes in protecting coastal environments and outlines methods for their preservation and restoration. It emphasizes the ranking of plants based on their native status, stabilization ability, and growth speed, with native plants being more desirable for dune protection. The rankings promote resilience and biodiversity, highlighting the role of plants in stabilizing dunes and preventing erosion.

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Answer the following questions based on the article Sand Dunes: More Than Giant Heaps of Sand.

Use
complete sentences.

1. What important role do sand dunes play? They protect the delicate coasts environment.

2. How can sand dunes be saved? By having people not walk on them and putting fences around
them.

3. How can sand dunes be rebuilt? By planting plants that protect the dunes.

4. What would happen if the sand dunes in an area were destroyed? The coast would be destroyed
along with them.

Data Set

Review the data below and use it to rank the plants from most desirable (1) to least desirable (7).
Important notes:

 Native plants are plants original to a region.

 Exotic plants have been introduced into an area.

 Growth rate is the time required for the plant to reach maturity.

 Lifespan is the length of time the plant is expected to live.

 Stabilization rating is the ability of the plant to reduce erosion of the sand dune.

Dune Plant Exotic or Native Tolerant of Sea Spray Growth Rate Lifespan (years) Stabilization Ratin

American Beachgrass Exotic Yes Fast 10 Moderate

Coastal Panic Grass Native Moderately Moderate 14 Poor

Bitter Panicum Exotic Yes Slow 20 Poor

Salt Meadow Cordgrass Native No Moderate 20 Excellent

Seashore Elder Exotic No Moderate 14 Excellent

Sea Oats Native Yes Slow 20 Moderate

European Beachgrass Exotic Yes Fast 20 Excellent


Rough Draft

Use this section to plan what you will write in the letter.

Data Analysis — Plant ranking

1. Salt Meadow Cordgrass

2. Sea Oats

3. Coastal Panic Grass

4. European Beachgrass

5. Seashore Elder

6. American Beachgrass

7. Bitter Panicum

Procedure: In two to four sentences, explain how you ranked the plants from most desirable to least
desirable. Be sure to cite evidence from the data to support your rankings. I ranked the plants based on a
few criteria: whether they are native (ranked highest) or exotic (ranked lowest), followed by their ability
to stabilize the dune (from most effective to least effective) and their growth speed (from fastest to
slowest). According to DuneDoctors.com, native plants are more beneficial for the environment and play
a crucial role in stabilizing dunes effectively.

Closing Statement: In three to four sentences, explain how your plant rankings could protect the dunes.

Ranking plants by their native status, stabilization ability, and growth speed helps protect dunes by
promoting resilience and biodiversity. Native plants are better adapted to local conditions and support
wildlife, while exotic species can disrupt ecosystems and cause erosion. Plants with strong root systems
stabilize dunes by anchoring sand and reducing erosion from wind and water. Additionally, fast-growing
plants provide quick ground cover, offering immediate protection for vulnerable areas. This approach
enhances the overall health and stability of dune ecosystems.

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