The document discusses three key uses of wetlands: 1) They help prevent flooding by absorbing excess water, as many wetlands are seasonal and dry out for parts of the year; 2) Wetlands are home to many diverse plant and animal species, providing habitat for nearly 50% of amphibians and 43% of endangered bird species; 3) Wetlands help with water collection, as the document describes a sampling device that can repeatedly collect interstitial water from wetland sediments over time without having to remove it from the wetland.

1. The Uses For The Wetlands There are many uses for the wetlands but the three most important three are. They don’t flood, they are homes of many animals, and they are used for water collection.