Wild Rice Harvesting

What is the primary ecological role of wild rice in its natural habitat?

• Primary producer

• Decomposer

• Secondary consumer

• Tertiary consumer

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

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Which of the following is a key factor in the growth of wild rice?

• Soil pH

• Water depth

• Air temperature

• Wind speed

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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Wild rice is primarily harvested in which type of ecosystem?

• Desert

• Wetland

• Forest

• Grassland

What is the scientific name for wild rice?

• Oryza sativa

• Zizania palustris

• Triticum aestivum

• Hordeum vulgare

Which nutrient is particularly abundant in wild rice compared to other grains?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Vitamin C

What is the main method used to harvest wild rice traditionally?

• Combines

• Hand-picking

• Beating with sticks

• Scythes

Which of the following is a common pest that affects wild rice crops?

• Rice weevil

• Corn borer

• Aphid

• Locust

Wild rice is an important food source for which of the following animals?

• Deer

• Ducks

• Bears

• Wolves

What is the ideal pH range for wild rice cultivation?

• 4.0 - 5.0

• 5.5 - 6.5

• 6.5 - 7.5

• 7.5 - 8.5

Which of the following processes is crucial for the germination of wild rice seeds?

• Stratification

• Scarification

• Fermentation

• Pasteurization