Environmental Science, Chapter 10, Section 2.

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    Which of the following types of agriculture is most characteristic of developing countries?

    • Plantation agriculture
    • Traditional agriculture
    • Industrialized agriculture
    • Minimum-tillage agriculture
    • High-input agriculture
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Our environment is full of wonders and undertaking environmental science is a great way to find out more about it and how t works. The quiz below is designed to test out what you understood in chapter ten. Give it a try and see how much you remember. All the best!

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following types of agriculture is most characteristic of developed countries?

    • Plantation agriculture

    • Traditional agriculture

    • Industrialized agriculture

    • Minimum-tillage agriculture

    • Maximum-tillage agriculture

    Correct Answer
    A. Industrialized agriculture
    Explanation
    Industrialized agriculture is the most characteristic type of agriculture in developed countries because it involves the use of advanced technology, machinery, and scientific methods to maximize productivity and efficiency. Developed countries have the resources and infrastructure to invest in these modern agricultural practices, such as large-scale mechanization, genetically modified crops, and precision farming techniques. This type of agriculture allows for high yields, increased production, and the ability to meet the demands of a growing population.

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  • 3. 

    The following grains are among the world's major food crops except...

    • Wheat

    • Soybean

    • Rice

    • Corn

    • All of these answers are grains that are major food crops.

    Correct Answer
    A. Soybean
    Explanation
    The given question asks for the grain that is not among the world's major food crops. The options include wheat, soybean, rice, and corn. The correct answer is soybean because it is not classified as a grain but rather as a legume. Wheat, rice, and corn are all grains that are widely cultivated and consumed as staple foods around the world.

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  • 4. 

    The majority of soil organic matter is concentrated in the 

    • O horizon of leaf litter

    • A horizon of topsoil

    • O and A horizons

    • C horizon

    • B horizon

    Correct Answer
    A. O and A horizons
    Explanation
    Soil organic matter is primarily derived from decomposed plant and animal materials. The O horizon, also known as the organic horizon or leaf litter layer, is the topmost layer of soil that consists of partially decomposed organic matter such as fallen leaves, twigs, and dead organisms. The A horizon, also known as the topsoil layer, contains a high concentration of organic matter due to the decomposition of plant and animal residues. Therefore, the majority of soil organic matter is concentrated in the O and A horizons.

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  • 5. 

    Which statement is best fit to describe an aspect of industrialized agriculture?

    • Insecticides and herbicides are rarely needed

    • Food is produces for global consumption

    • Farmers grown several different crops on the same plot simultaneously

    • Humans and draft animals provide the labor

    • Polyculture is an underlying theme in all operations

    Correct Answer
    A. Food is produces for global consumption
    Explanation
    Industrialized agriculture is characterized by large-scale production and distribution of food to meet the demands of a global market. This means that food is produced not just for local consumption, but also to be exported and consumed worldwide. Industrialized agriculture relies on mechanization and modern technologies to increase productivity and efficiency. Insecticides and herbicides are commonly used to control pests and weeds, contradicting the statement that they are rarely needed. The statement about farmers growing several different crops on the same plot simultaneously is more aligned with the concept of diversified farming or mixed cropping, rather than industrialized agriculture. The use of humans and draft animals for labor is less common in industrialized agriculture, which relies heavily on machinery and automation. Polyculture, the practice of growing multiple crops together, is not a predominant theme in industrialized agriculture, which often focuses on monoculture for increased efficiency and standardization.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following would not be used to describe polyculture?

    • Plants mature at various times

    • The plot of land is left unmanaged for long periods of time

    • Fertilizer use and water uses are reduced

    • Pesticides are rarely needed

    • It produces higher yields and high-input monocultures

    Correct Answer
    A. The plot of land is left unmanaged for long periods of time
    Explanation
    Polyculture refers to a farming practice where different crops are grown together in the same space. It is a form of agriculture that promotes diversity and sustainability. The statement "The plot of land is left unmanaged for long periods of time" does not align with the concept of polyculture. In polyculture, the land is actively managed to ensure the successful growth and interaction of different crops.

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  • 7. 

    All of the following crops are commonly grown in plantation agiculture except...

    • Corn

    • Bananas

    • Palm oil

    • Coffee

    • Sugarcane

    Correct Answer
    A. Corn
  • 8. 

    Which of the following associations is incorrect?

    • Croplands and grains

    • Aquaculture and seafood

    • Rangelands and meat

    • Feedlots and shellfish

    • All of these answers are correct

    Correct Answer
    A. Feedlots and shellfish
    Explanation
    The association between feedlots and shellfish is incorrect because feedlots are typically used for the intensive feeding and raising of livestock, such as cattle, while shellfish are aquatic creatures like mollusks and crustaceans that are usually harvested from natural or cultivated beds in bodies of water. There is no direct connection between feedlots and shellfish production.

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    What proportion of food products sold in the U.S. supermarket shelves contain some form of genetically engineered crop?

    • 1/5

    • 1/3

    • 1/2

    • 2/3

    • 3/4

    Correct Answer
    A. 3/4
    Explanation
    Approximately 75% of food products sold in U.S. supermarket shelves contain some form of genetically engineered crop. This means that a large majority of the food items available in supermarkets have been modified through genetic engineering techniques.

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  • 10. 

    Monoculture is a method of growing food taht is utilized soley in

    • Industrialized agriculture

    • Polyculture

    • Traditional subsistence agriculture

    • Traditional intensive agriculture

    • Both industrialized agriculture and traditional agriculture

    Correct Answer
    A. Industrialized agriculture
    Explanation
    Monoculture is a method of growing food that is utilized solely in industrialized agriculture. In this method, a single crop is cultivated on a large scale, often covering extensive areas of land. This approach is commonly seen in modern agricultural practices, where the focus is on maximizing productivity and efficiency. Monoculture allows for easier management, mechanization, and the use of chemical inputs such as fertilizers and pesticides. However, it can also lead to environmental issues, such as soil degradation, increased vulnerability to pests and diseases, and loss of biodiversity.

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