11.6 - Modern Agricultural Practices
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Practice Questions
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What does HYV stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about improving crop production.
Name one benefit of chemical fertilizers.
💡 Hint: Consider what nutrients are important for plants.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does HYV stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about improving crop production.
True or False: Pesticides are always harmful to the environment.
💡 Hint: Consider the context of their use.
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Evaluate the environmental impact of excessive pesticide use in an agricultural community supporting biodiversity.
💡 Hint: Consider both immediate effects and long-term consequences.
Design a crop rotation schedule for a small-scale farm with three fields over two years.
💡 Hint: Think about how different crops affect soil nourishment.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Understanding High-Yield Variety (HYV) Seeds
- The Role of Chemical Fertilizers in Agriculture
- Irrigation Techniques: An Overview
- Mechanization in Agriculture
- Benefits of Crop Rotation
- Introduction to Mixed Cropping
- Drip Irrigation Techniques
- The Impact of Pesticides
- Sustainable Agriculture Practices
- The Future of Agriculture: Technology and Sustainability