5 Questions
What are the various tools called that are used in agriculture practices?
agriculture implement
What is the main tool used in the preparation of soil?
plow
What is the method of growing different crops alternating on the same field called?
crop rotation
What is the process by which atmospheric nitrogen is converted into simple nitrogen compounds?
nitrogen fixation
What is the practice called when multiple crops are grown together in the same field?
mixed cropping
Study Notes
Agriculture Tools and Practices
- Agriculture implements are various tools used in agriculture practices
- Preparation of soil involves tools like plow and cultivator
- Leaving land uncultivated for one or more seasons, also known as fallowing, allows the land to regain its fertility through decomposition of plant and animal remains by microbe action
Crop Rotation
- Crop rotation involves growing different crops alternating on the same field
- Example: growing wheat in the first year, and then leguminous plants like peas or soybeans in the next season
- This practice helps in replacing soil nutrients, especially nitrogen
- Leguminous plants have bacteria in their root nodules that convert atmospheric nitrogen into simple nitrogen compounds (nitrates) that can be easily absorbed by plants
Mixed Cropping
- Mixed cropping involves growing multiple crops together in the same field
- Crops are selected based on the nutrients they require, allowing for efficient use of resources
Test your knowledge on agriculture implements, crop rotation, and soil preparation methods in this quiz. Explore the various tools used in agriculture and learn about the benefits of crop rotation for sustainable farming practices.
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