Define wetlands and provide examples of why they are important

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Wetlands are swamps, ponds, and other places where water often stands. Wetlands are
important for the following reasons:
• Provide habitat for wildlife
• Aesthetic and recreational purposes
• Flood control
• Improvements in water quality
• Shoreline erosion control

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