Frost Management in Golf Courses

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What is the main reason golf course superintendents delay play when frost is present?

Back

To prevent damage to the playing surface

Front

What percentage of a grass blade is water, making it susceptible to freezing?

Back

90 percent

Front

What happens to the plant when the frost membrane is broken?

Back

It loses its ability to function normally

Front

How long after ignoring frost delays do the plant leaves turn brown and die?

Back

48-72 hours

Front

Approximately how many footprints can occur on any given hole by one person?

Back

60

Front

What is one technique used to reduce possible frost damage on golf courses? Options: Lowering the cutting height of mowers, Raising the cutting height of mowers, Increasing the watering frequency, Adding more fertilizer

Back

Raising the cutting height of mowers

Front

How many footprints are made on greens in a day with an average of 200 rounds?

Back

216,000

Front

What is the best practice for golfers to understand frost delays?

Back

Call the course for updates

Front

What is the result of walking on frost-covered greens?

Back

The plant breaks and cell walls rupture

Front

What is the potential monthly footprint count on greens with 200 rounds per day?

Back

6,480,000