Hydroponics

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What does 'Hydro' mean in Hydroponics?

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Water.

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What pH range is considered acidic?

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1-6.

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What pH range is considered basic?

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8-14.

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What is the best pH to start when planting hydroponically?

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7.

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What is Aquaponics?

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A system that combines aquaculture (raising fish) with hydroponics (growing plants in water) to create a symbiotic environment.

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What is the role of bacteria in Aquaponics?

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Bacteria convert fish waste into nitrites and then nitrates, which are nutrients for plants.

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What is the order of nutrient conversion in Aquaponics?

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Fish waste → Bacteria → Nitrite → Bacteria → Nitrate.

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What is Hydroponics?

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A method of growing plants without soil, using mineral nutrient solutions in an aqueous solvent.

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Why is pH important in Hydroponics?

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pH affects nutrient availability to plants; different nutrients are available at different pH levels.

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What is the ideal pH range for most hydroponic plants?

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5.5 to 6.5.