Food Production and Agriculture Quiz

Oxygen is not considered a greenhouse gas because it does not contribute to the greenhouse effect.

Leguminous crops like soybeans have nitrogen-fixing bacteria in their root nodules, enriching the soil with nitrogen.

Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the male reproductive organs (anthers) to the female reproductive organs (stigma) of a flower, enabling fertilization and subsequent seed and fruit production.

Irrigation is the artificial application of water to land or soil to assist in the growth of crops.

Late blight is a fungal disease that affects tomato plants, causing dark, irregular lesions on leaves, stems, and fruit, ultimately leading to plant death.

Crop rotation helps to prevent the buildup of pests and diseases in the soil by alternating crops.

Crop rotation is a common practice in organic farming to maintain soil health and fertility.

IPM combines various pest control methods to minimize environmental impact and economic costs.

Aquaponics is a sustainable farming method that combines raising fish (aquaculture) and growing plants without soil (hydroponics) in a symbiotic environment.

Fossil fuels, such as gasoline and diesel, are non-renewable resources commonly used in agriculture for powering machinery and vehicles.

Livestock, particularly ruminants like cows, produce methane during digestion, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.

Desalination is the process of removing salt and other minerals from seawater or brackish water to make it suitable for irrigation.

Nitrogen fixation is the biological or industrial process by which atmospheric nitrogen is converted into ammonia or related nitrogenous compounds, which plants can utilize.