What is a potential challenge in maintaining an aquaponic system?

• High water flow rate

• Excessive nutrient levels

• Nutrient deficiencies

• Low ammonia levels

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What happens when a plant suffers from deficiency disease? 3pts.

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What is a common symptom of nitrogen deficiency in plants?

• Yellowing of leaves

• Purple spots on leaves

• Curling of leaf edges

• Stunted root growth

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Which nutrient deficiency causes chlorosis in young leaves?

• Iron

• Magnesium

• Calcium

• Potassium

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A plant shows stunted growth and dark green leaves. Which deficiency is it likely suffering from?

• Phosphorus

• Nitrogen

• Potassium

• Calcium

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What is the role of potassium in plant health?

• Photosynthesis

• Protein synthesis

• Water regulation

• Cell division

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Which experiment can help identify a magnesium deficiency in plants?

• Soil pH test

• Leaf tissue analysis

• Water retention test

• Root length measurement

What deficiency might cause a plant to have weak stems and poor flowering?

• Calcium

• Phosphorus

• Nitrogen

• Potassium

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How does a calcium deficiency manifest in plants?

• Leaf tip burn

• Interveinal chlorosis

• Purple leaf veins

• Leaf curling

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Which nutrient is essential for chlorophyll production and can cause yellowing of older leaves if deficient?

• Magnesium

• Iron

• Zinc

• Copper

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