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- 1. Multiple Choice
The yield of crops that are grown outdoors is highly dependent on
environmental conditions only
environmental conditions and soil types only
climate and soil types only
environmental conditions, soil types and climate
- 2. Multiple Choice
The use of greenhouse is
to control climate
to control environmental conditions
to control soil types
all of the above
- 3. Multiple Choice
When the Sun’s energy is trapped by greenhouse gases, how does this affect the temperature of the Earth?
temperatures will decrease
temperatures will increase
temperatures will stay the same
temperatures will fluctuate
- 4. Multiple ChoiceThe key component to any greenhouse is....that it is in the mountains.that it is made of glass or clear material.that it is made of bricks.that it has plenty of water.
- 5. Multiple Choice
What part of the plant is #4?leafflowerstemroot - 6. Multiple ChoicePlants need the following:air, water, space, sunlightair, water, oxygen, space
- 7. Multiple ChoiceThe roots absorb what for the plant?Water and NutrientsSoil and SunWarmth and WaterSun and Photosynthesis
- 8. Multiple ChoiceWhy is photosynthesis important for plants?It collects sunlight which is used to make food for plantsIt gets rid of plant waste productsIt changes plant sugar into stronger chemicalsIt helps attract insects to flowers
- 9. Multiple ChoiceWhat part of a plant produces a new plant?rootstemleafseed
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhat part of a plant collects sunlight?seedrootleafstem
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhy do trees grow so tall?They are naturally big plants.They are competing for sunlight.Their roots can soak up lots of water to make them grow tall.
- 12. Multiple ChoiceRoot hairs help a planttransport food to the rootabsorb water and nutrientsprotect the rootstore food
- 13. Multiple Choice_________________ are scientists who study plants.botanistsecologistszoologistschemists
- 14. Multiple ChoiceThe part of the plant that holds the plant in place and absorbs water and minerals from the soil.stemrootsleaves
- 15. Multiple Choicewho uses photosynthesisusno bodyi dont knowplants
- 16. Multiple ChoiceSmall grains that contain a plant's male reproductive cells.stamenpollenantherstigma
- 17. Multiple ChoiceThe stalks in a flower that produce the male reproductive cellspistilstamenfilamentstigma
- 18. Multiple ChoiceSmall leaf-like structures forming an outer circle at the base of a flower.petalssepalanthersdicots
- 19. Multiple ChoiceThe part of the flower on which the pollen grains land.pistilstamenstylestigma
- 20. Multiple ChoiceThe part of a flower that produces the male reproductive cells.antherstylestigmafilament
- 21. Multiple ChoicePlants that produce their seeds in wood-like cones.gymnospermslegumesdeciduousconifers
- 22. Multiple ChoiceBrightly colored parts of flowers that attract insects.petalspistilsstamenfilaments
- 23. Multiple ChoiceThe stalk connecting the ovaries and stigmas.filamentpistilstyleanther
- 24. Multiple ChoiceThey enclose the egg cells inside the ovaries.ovulesantherseedsangiosperms
- 25. Multiple ChoiceThe transfer of pollen, containing the sperm cells, to the female part of the flower.seed disperalpollinationgerminationfertilization
- 26. Multiple ChoiceWhen a seed sprouts and begins the early growth of a young plant.germinationpollinationseed dispersalfertilization
- 27. Multiple ChoiceThis occurs after a tube grows down from the pollen grain through the style to the ovary.pollinationgerminationfertilizationseed dispersal
- 28. Multiple ChoiceWhat does phloem carry up the stemSugarWaterOxygenAll of the above
- 29. Multiple ChoiceTranspiration is the loss of water through leaves by evaporationTrueFalse
- 30. Multiple ChoiceStomatas are openings in the roots of a plantTrueFalse
- 31. Multiple ChoiceWhat are guard cells?Cells that regulate photosynthesisCells that push nutrients and water up xylemCells that turn sunlight into energyCells that regulate water loss
- 32. Multiple ChoiceHow is the age of a tree determined?The heightThe leavesThe xylem ringsThe phloem inside the trunk
- 33. Multiple ChoiceWhat tissue transports water from the roots to the rest of the plant?the leavesphloemxylemcambium
- 34. Multiple ChoiceNutrient absorption is a main function of rootsTrueFalse
- 35. Multiple ChoiceRoots help to anchor the plantTrueFalse
- 36. Multiple ChoiceWhat are the two main types of roots?Creeping & TuberousTaproot & FibrousFibrous & TuberousAdventitious & Creeping
- 37. Multiple ChoiceWhat type of root is this?FibrousTaprootAdventitiousCreeping
- 38. Multiple ChoiceWhat type of root is this?CreepingTuberousTaprootAdventitious
- 39. Multiple ChoiceAsexual reproduction in plants is known as vegetative propagation.truefalse
- 40. Multiple ChoiceAn underground bud with fleshy, colourless leaves attached to a short flat stem.tuberbulbrootgourd
- 41. Multiple ChoicePotatoes are formed from underground stems that become swollen with stored starch. These are known as:VegetablesTubersTasty when friedBulbs
- 42. Multiple ChoiceVegetative reproduction occurs when plants are in difficult situations.TrueFalse
- 43. Multiple ChoicePlants produced vegetatively are clones. This means that they all have the same characteristics found in their parents.YesNo
- 44. Multiple Choice6. Runners, tubers, and plantlets are examples of what type of asexual reproduction.a. binaryb. buddingc. sporesd. vegetative
- 45. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the growing of one single crop all the time called?agriculturemonoculturehydrofrackinggeothermal
- 46. Multiple ChoiceWood harvesting leads to __________ and habitat destruction.monoculturedeforestationradioactivitypesticides
- 47. Multiple ChoiceWhat is photosynthesis?Synthesizing carbon dioxide, water, and ATP from glucose and oxygen.The process by which plants use sunlight to synthesize glucose and oxygen from carbon dioxide and water.Synthesizing glucose from oxygen, sunlight and water.Synthesizing ATP from carbon dioxide, sunlight, and water.
- 48. Multiple ChoicePhotosynthesis occurs in which organelle?MitochondriaChlorophyllChloroplastVacuoles
- 49. Multiple ChoiceWhat is meant by appropriate technologytechnology that is suitable to the social and economic conditions of the geographic area in which it is to be applied, is environmentally sound, and promotes self-sufficiency on the part of those using it.Technology that uses modern techniques in farmingtechnology that is imported and costly
- 50. Multiple ChoiceUse of crop rotation is solution to which problemsoil erosionmonocultureboth of the above
- 51. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the organic matter in soil called?bedrocksubsoilparent rockhumus
- 52. Multiple ChoiceHow does surface area affect the rate of weathering?The larger the surface area, the faster it weathers.The smaller the surface area, the faster it weathers.Surface area does not affect the rate of weathering.Surface area slows down weathering.
- 53. Multiple ChoiceWhat is a mixture of organic matter, weathered rock, air, and water?SoilHumusCropsMinerals
- 54. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following helps conserve soil?Replanting the same plant in the same field each yearDeforestationReplanting trees after cutting them down for farmingRemoving grass and plants from fields
- 55. Multiple ChoiceWhich soil horizon contains the most humus?BedrockParent rockSubsoilTopsoil
- 56. Multiple ChoiceTrue/False: Plants help prevent erosion because their roots hold on to the soil.TrueFalse
- 57. Multiple Choice
what is the main reason for deforestation?
cattle ranching
using trees to make wood products
space for growing crops
fire wood
- 58. Multiple Choice
how does deforestation impacts the environment
animal's habitats are destroyed and they could become endangered.
less trees so more oxygen in put into the atmosphere
less trees means less oxygen in put into the atmosphere.
animals gain more by forest being cut down
- 59. Multiple ChoiceThe process by which land becomes increasingly dry to a point of being useless.desertificationmarginal landdroughtpastoral nomads
- 60. Multiple ChoiceThis process may be caused by climate change, human activities, or both.marginal landpastoral nomadsdesertificationdrought
- 61. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is a positive effect of fertilizer useGroundwater contaminationIncreased nutritional propertiesOverfertilizationRunoff/ Erosion
- 62. Multiple ChoiceThe three primary nutrients necessary for plant growth are:boron, calcium, and iron.chlorine, sulfur, and zinc.magnesium, manganese, and molybdenum.nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
- 63. Multiple ChoiceGMO stands forGenetically modified organismGenetically made organismGenerically made organGenerically modified organism
- 64. Multiple ChoiceWhat is genetic engineering?Manipulation/addition of genesNaturally breeding two animals with desired traitsCross-pollinating two cropsHarvesting stem cells
- 65. Multiple ChoiceWhen there are not enough plants to hold topsoil in place, water and _______ carry the topsoil away, leaving the subsoil exposedsunlightbirdsmagnetic fieldswind
- 66. Multiple ChoiceThe growing of crops & raising of animals for livestock is called ___________.sustainable farmingagricultureprecipitationtranspiration
- 67. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the difference between genetics modification and selective breeding?Genetic modifications is only in animalsSelective breeding is only in animalsSelective breeding happens in a lab and not in natureGenetic modification happens in a lab and not in nature
- 68. Multiple ChoiceWhat is salinization?The contamination of the land through dangerous toxins.The presence of salt on the land’s surfaceFlooding of the land through the rising water table.its like bioaccumulation
- 69. Multiple ChoiceChemicals used to kill insects, weeds, and other pestsSalinizationPesticideBiological pest controlGenetic engineering
- 70. Multiple Choice
Why do we worry about salinization?
Salinization isn't a problem
Salinization is needed for the growth of crops
Salinization is the overharvesting of our crops.
Salinization leaves salts in our soil making crops harder to grow.
- 71. Multiple ChoiceThe amount of food that can be produced in a given area.CompostGenetic engineeringAquacultureYield
- 72. Multiple ChoiceUse of living organisms to control pestsPesticideBiological pest controlSalinizationGenetic engineering
- 73. Multiple ChoiceFarming practices like plowing, irrigation, and overfarming/grazing lead to loss of topsoil through __________.contour plowinglying fallowleechingerosion
- 74. Multiple ChoiceWhat are shelterbelts?Rows of trees or other tall plants that are places along a field, developed area, or road to decrease wind speeds and prevent soil disturbanceTrees planted in urban areas like cities to prevent wind damage and increase air quality.Planting tall trees or plants on top of buildings in cities to increase air quality and decrease the urban island effect.Areas of trees planted between urban and suburban areas.
- 75. Multiple Choice
A mechanical device that places seeds in evenly spaced rows at specific depths is called a....
Crop Rotation
Seed Drill
Livestock Breeding
- 76. Multiple Choice
Switching crops to avoid depleting the soil of nutrients is called....
Crop Rotation
Seed Drill
Livestock Breeding
- 77. Multiple Choice
When people remove vegetation, they slowdown the erosion process.
True
False
- 78. Multiple ChoiceWhat is hydroponics?Water-based, soilless growing methodGrowing in soilThe use of fish to act as a fertilizer for plantsGrowing plants that are suspended in the air
- 79. Multiple Choice
The destructive insect or animal or other animal that attacks crops, food, or livestock.
insect
pest
kids
molt
- 80. Multiple Choice
Insect pests are classified by they look.
TRUE
FALSE
- 81. Multiple ChoiceYellow NutsedgeWhite CloverDandelionOxalis
- 82. Multiple ChoiceWhat does disperse mean?sproutgrowspread outblown by sind
- 83. Multiple ChoiceWhat is an example of wind dispersal?coconutspecansdandelionsgrass seed
- 84. Multiple ChoiceWhat is an example of dispersal by animals?Eating the fruit and seeds in a watermelon.dandelioncoconutwater washing a seed away from the grass
- 85. Multiple ChoiceA ______ plant species is one that occurs in area without human action.InvasiveNativeWeedNon-Native
- 86. Multiple ChoiceAre all non-natives bad?YesNo
- 87. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following best describes soil erosion?A. the breakdown of soil by chemicalsA. the improvement of soil quality by fertilizersA. the breakdown of soil by droughtA. the movement of soil by wind or water
- 88. Multiple ChoiceWhich layer is the bottom of the soil profile?C - Parent MaterialD - Separated rockC - Melted RockA - Topsoil
- 89. Multiple ChoiceWhen taken to a new habitat, non-native plants often threaten native plants of the new habitat. Why do they do this?Non-native plants are able to mutate rapidlyNon-native plants cause native animals to relocateNon-native plants are able to be used for medicineNon-native plants compete with native plants for resources
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