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Sustainable Ag Production 2 Exam Review 3

Total questions: 33

Worksheet time: 17mins

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Class
Date
1.

A gene whose phenotype is expressed when it is present in either one or two copies of the chromosome pair is called a:

a)

recessive gene

b)

dominant gene

c)

incomplete gene

d)

duplicate gene

2.

A gene whose phenotype is expressed ONLY when it is present in both copies of the chromosome pair is called a:

a)

recessive gene

b)

dominant gene

c)

duplicate gene

d)

incomplete gene

3.

A process that occurs in nature where well adapted plants survive while weak and poorly adapted plants eventually die out is called:

a)

recessive genes

b)

artificial selection

c)

natural selection

d)

plant selection

4.

Humans use this breeding technique to obtain more desirable types of plants and animals.

a)

artificial selection

b)

dominant selection

c)

natural selection

d)

purebred selection

5.

A complex DNA chain that occurs in pairs that contains genetic information is called a:

a)

allele

b)

locus

c)

axis

d)

chromosome

6.

The observable or measurable characteristics of an individual that are seen are called the plant or animal's:

a)

genotype

b)

phenotype

c)

axis

d)

chromosome

7.

A natural or induced alteration or change in DNA structure or sequence is called a:

a)

genotype

b)

heterozygous gene

c)

mutation

d)

phenotype

8.

The complete genetic makeup or the collection of all genes of an organism is called:

a)

genome

b)

gene

c)

phenotype

d)

chromosome

9.

The process by which the nutritional quality of food crops is improved through agronomic practices, conventional plant breeding, or modern biotechnology is called:

a)

fertilization

b)

pollination

c)

breeding true

d)

biofortification

10.

The study or science of genes and heredity is called:

a)

genotype

b)

genome

c)

genetics

d)

phenotype

11.

The process of uniting two germ (gamete) cells is called:

a)

biofortification

b)

fertilization

c)

gene splicing

d)

gene mixing

12.

The result of crosses between two pure lines of plants is called a:

a)

genome

b)

pollination

c)

hybrids

d)

breeding true

13.

The parent flower that furnishes the pollen is called the:

a)

pollen parent

b)

seed parent

c)

gene parent

d)

flower parent

14.

The transfer of pollen from an anther to a stigma is called:

a)

purebred breeding

b)

natural selection

c)

hybrids

d)

pollination

15.

Golden rice was developed by inserting vitamin genes into the rice genome of one plant variety. This is an example of:

a)

genome sequencing

b)

gene replicating

c)

genetically modified organisms

d)

purebred breeding

16.

To give logical guidance in implementing best management practices that will help to reduce the risks of microbial contamination of fruits and vegetables is the purpose of what kind of farming plan?

a)

Crop Management Plan (CMP)

b)

Good Agricultural Practices Plan (GAP)

c)

Food Farming Facility Plan (FFF)

d)

Food Crop Raisers Plan (FCR)

17.

Which of the following would NOT be listed in a GAP plan?

a)

worker hygiene practices

b)

water quality systems

c)

manure storage

d)

next of kin of farmers to contact in an emergency

18.

The purpose of a food safety plan is to:

a)

list all steps involved in food production, from planting to post‐processing handling and transport.

b)

list all stores and venues where crops are sold.

c)

list all food borne pathogens that affect a specific crop.

d)

list all processing plants that package a specific crop.

19.

The act of caring for bees and working with their products is called:

a)

aquaculture

b)

apiculture

c)

agronomy

d)

agriculture

20.

Which of the following would be a necessary piece of equipment needed by a beekeeper?

a)

halter

b)

pH meter

c)

soil auger

d)

smoker

21.

The phenomenon that occurs when the majority of worker bees in a colony disappear and leave behind a queen, plenty of food and a few nurse bees to care for the remaining immature bees and the queen is called:

a)

foulbrood disease

b)

colony collapse disorder

c)

tracheal mites

d)

hive beetles

22.

Which of the following areas would NOT be a suitable location to place a beehive?

a)

near pollen sources

b)

near clean water sources

c)

beside of an apartment building

d)

away from predators

23.

An integrated system of the hydroponic production of plants and the aquaculture production of fish into a sustainable agriculture system that uses natural biological cycles to supply nitrogen is called:

a)

apiculture

b)

agronomy

c)

aquaculture

d)

botany

24.

Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of aquaculture production?

a)

Start up costs

b)

Less waste discharge into the environment

c)

Increased profit potential by producing two crops simultaneously

d)

Less water is used than in traditional agricultural systems

25.

Which of the following is a typical fish that is grown in an aquaculture system?

a)

bream

b)

tuna

c)

tilapia

d)

swordfish

26.

Which of the following is NOT a critical water factor that must be monitored in an aquaculture system?

a)

dissolved oxygen

b)

ammonia

c)

soil pH

d)

pH level

27.

Who studies the production and use of mushrooms?

a)

agronomist

b)

botanist

c)

horticulturist

d)

mycologist

28.

The part of the mushroom that is seen is called the “fruiting body” while the microscopic particles eat mushroom must shed to reproduce are called:

a)

spores

b)

mycelium

c)

fungi

d)

gills

29.

Mushrooms can be identified through their very specific “fingerprint” when scientists press the underside of the cap onto paper, forcing the paper to be in contact with the:

a)

fungi

b)

mycelium

c)

gills

d)

threads

30.

The process of using worms to process organic food waste into nutrient‐rich soil is called:

a)

vermicomposting.

b)

aquaculture.

c)

mushroom production.

d)

apiculture.

31.

Which type of worm is best for vermicomposting?

a)

earthworm

b)

blue wiggler

c)

grubs

d)

red wiggler

32.

Which food should not be added to the composting bin?

a)

egg shells

b)

meat

c)

vegetables

d)

coffee grounds

33.

When only a small amount of compost is needed at a time, which type of vermicomposting collection should be used?

a)

cone method

b)

migrating method

c)

worm sorting method

d)

scoop method