Understanding Urban Aquaponics and Food Security

What is the primary barrier to growing food in the city according to the text?

• Lack of knowledge

• Climate conditions

• Lack of interest

• Soil quality

What does aquaponics represent according to the speaker?

• A method to conserve water

• A way to grow food without soil

• The ability to feed oneself regardless of circumstances

• A complex scientific study

Which three species are involved in an aquaponics system?

• Fish, plants, and microorganisms

• Fish, insects, and birds

• Plants, fungi, and bacteria

• Fish, algae, and fungi

What role do microorganisms play in an aquaponics system?

• They consume plant waste

• They increase the acidity of the water

• They break down fish waste into nutrients for plants

• They provide oxygen to the water

What is the purpose of the deep water bed in aquaponics?

• To store excess water

• To allow plant roots to be submerged in water

• To provide a place for fish to breed

• To filter out chemical impurities

Why does the speaker not prefer to identify as a farmer initially?

• Lack of formal education in farming

• Because of legal reasons

• Due to the surprise it causes in others

• Dislike for farming activities

What is a significant benefit of aquaponics mentioned in the text?

• It requires no electricity

• It produces larger fish

• It uses less water compared to traditional soil farming

• It is cheaper than hydroponics

What does the speaker imply about the availability of fresh food in New York City?

• It is overly abundant and wasted

• It is a challenge especially for black and brown communities

• It is readily available to everyone

• It is cheaper than in other cities

According to the text, what does the speaker use aquaponics farming to argue for?

• Better housing conditions

• Higher income in urban areas

• The importance of fish in ecosystems

• The reduction of urban noise

What does the speaker say about the role of farmers?

• They only work in rural areas

• They are not necessary in modern agriculture

• They are essential as scientists, designers, and engineers

• They are uneducated and backward