Aquaponics and Hydroponics Concepts

Which fish species are commonly used in aquaponics systems that prefer warm water?

• Goldfish and Guppies

• Tilapia and Catfish

• Trout and Salmon

• Bass and Perch

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Fill in the blanks: ____waste provides nutrients for ____, while ____ in aquaponics contributes to sustainability.

• Fish, Fish, Plants

• Plant, Fish, Fish

• Fish, Fish, Fish

• Fish, Plants, Plants

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Which nutrients are considered essential for healthy plant growth in aquaponics?

• Nitrogen, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, and trace elements

• Nitrogen, carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen

• Iron, sulfur, and chlorine

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True or False: Koi are resistance to diseases and parasites, live long, and require larger tanks as they grow.

• True

• False

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Hydroponics refers to:

• An irrigation system

• Growing plants in a water solution

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• Growing plants without water

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What are the three common designs for aquaponics systems mentioned in the text?

• Media-based systems, Nutrient Film Technique, and Deep Water Culture

• Aeroponics, Media-based systems, Deep water culture

• Traditional farming, Media-based systems, container gardening

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What is aquaculture?

• Using water from underground

• Planting plants when it rains

• "farming" of marine plants and animals

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True or False: Tilapia is hardy, omnivorous, and require a license to own

• True

• False

Which of the following is a benefit of using aquaponics systems over traditional farming methods?

• Produces less yield

• Reduces the need for chemical fertilizers

• Requires more water

• Increases soil erosion

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What is the primary benefit of using a hydroponics system over traditional soil-based gardening?

• Faster plant growth due to controlled temperature.

• Increased use of natural sunlight.

• Reduced water usage compared to traditional soil-based methods.

• Higher dependency on pesticides.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept