noun A wetland area that is saturated with water, such as a marsh or swamp
Bogs are valuable for carbon sequestration and play a role in mitigating climate change.
Sphagnum moss is commonly found in bogs and plays a key role in the formation of peat.
Bogs are important habitats for unique plant and animal species that are adapted to the acidic and nutrient-poor conditions.
A bog is a type of wetland that accumulates peat, a deposit of dead plant material.
Bogs have been known to preserve ancient artifacts and human remains due to the acidic and anaerobic conditions.
In literature, a bog is often used as a setting to create a sense of mystery or foreboding. It can also symbolize isolation or being stuck in a difficult situation.
A bog may be used as a metaphor in therapy to represent feelings of being stuck or overwhelmed. It can also be used in visualization exercises to help clients work through challenges.