ISA - Arborist Certification Test Bundle 2023!!

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) ...

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...

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 p...

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 t...

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 f...

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 - AN...

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, f...

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...

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 cove...

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 re...

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 ovar...

Urban forestry is the management of naturally occurring and planted tees and associated plants in urban areas. Arboriculture focuses on the _______; urban forestry focuses on the _______, or larger populations of trees in urban areas. - ANSWER-tree forest List five allied professionals or groups...

Name five ways that trees can be adversely affected by construction. - ANSWER-root injury soil compaction injury to trunk or branches grade change excavation/severing root system When soil is compacted, the _______ _______ between soil particles is reduced. - ANSWER-pore space The phases o...

Name 3 instances in which cabling might be called for in a tree. - ANSWER-a) support a weak crotch b) support for multi stemmed trees c) support for weak wooded trees Common-grade cable is relatively malleable (bendable) and easy to work with. ________ - _________ - ________ cable is much s...