Agriculture and Biomes Quiz

What is the main focus of agriculture when modifying biomes?

• To increase urban development

• To modify water, climate, soils, land, and crops

• To reduce the use of technology

• To eliminate traditional farming methods

Why are greenhouses especially important in high-latitude countries?

• They increase the temperature excessively

• They allow crops to be grown throughout the year

• They reduce the need for water

• They eliminate the need for fertilizers

What is the role of light and temperature control in greenhouses?

• To increase soil acidity

• To keep out pests

• To reduce plant growth

• To eliminate the need for water

What is one benefit of using technology in food production?

• It reduces food production

• It increases urbanization

• It provides additional gains in food production

• It eliminates the need for farmers

What is the main concern addressed by modifying biomes for agriculture?

• Increasing urban sprawl

• Feeding humanity

• Reducing biodiversity

• Increasing pollution

What is the primary goal of using greenhouses in agriculture?

• To increase the use of pesticides

• To protect crops from heat and cold

• To reduce the need for sunlight

• To increase soil erosion

What is the role of greenhouses in marginal environments?

• To increase soil erosion

• To improve food production

• To reduce plant growth

• To eliminate the need for sunlight

What percentage of crop yields is estimated to be due to fertiliser use?

• 20-30%

• 40-60%

• 70-80%

• 90-100%

What is one method used to modify undulating land for agriculture?

• Building skyscrapers

• Flattening and terracing

• Constructing dams

• Planting trees

Forests are under threat from this.

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