Agriculture Techniques Quiz

<p>Snow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It acts as a transport medium for nutrients. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To bring nutrient-rich soil to the surface (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Plough (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ploughshaft (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To facilitate sowing and irrigation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To soften the soil for easier tilling (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crumbs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They release nutrients back into the soil (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bulls (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps in uprooting and killing weeds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Before they produce flowers and seeds. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Khurpi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Killing weeds without damaging crops. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 to 4 months (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Threshing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Combine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They celebrate successful harvesting. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Harvesting (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Threshing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sufficient water and nutrients from the soil (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rainy season (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Preparation of the soil (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cow dung (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Maize - Kharif crop (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Controls weed growth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It helps in better mixing of manure with the soil. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hoe (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Iron ploughs have increasingly replaced indigenous wooden ploughs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To plough the soil and save time and labor. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They become hollow. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To remove weeds and loosen the soil. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hoe (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They save labor and time. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prepare the soil for sowing seeds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crops grown in winter and harvested in spring (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sowing seeds at proper distances and depths (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increasing the yield with new crop varieties (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Weeds compete with crops for resources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Supply of water to crops at appropriate intervals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To replenish and enrich the soil (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Crops can be categorized based on their seasons (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The process of loosening and turning the soil, usually done using a plough.

A tool used for tilling the soil, typically made of wood or iron and pulled by animals.

The triangular iron part of a plough that cuts and turns the soil.

The main wooden part of the plough that connects the ploughshare to the handle and is attached to the animals.

The main part of the soil where plants grow and get their nutrients.

Large clumps of soil created during ploughing.

The process of making the field level to ensure even water distribution and facilitate planting.

A tool used to level the field after ploughing.

The process of supplying water to crops at regular intervals to support their growth.

The amount of water the soil can hold. A good soil has high water holding capacity.

Friendly microbes in the soil help plants grow, while harmful microbes can cause problems.

The movement of air and gases in the soil, essential for healthy plant growth.

This refers to the physical structure of the soil, including its ability to retain water and support plant roots.

The process of loosening and turning the soil, usually done using a plough.

The act of removing weeds from a field before they produce flowers and seeds.

Chemicals sprayed on fields to kill weeds without harming crops.

The process of harvesting crops involves cutting or pulling them from the ground once they have matured.

The process of separating the grain from the chaff in harvested crops.

A machine that combines harvesting and threshing into one operation.

The day when farmers celebrate the completion of a harvest.

A tool used for hand harvesting crops.

A tool designed for planting seeds in rows, which can also help to uproot weeds.

The practice of raising animals for human use, like meat, milk, or eggs.

Different types of plants grown together in a specific area for farming purposes.

A type of crop that is sown in the rainy season, typically from June to October in India.

A type of crop that is sown in the winter season, typically from October to March in India.

Substances added to the soil to improve its fertility and help crops grow better.

Special buildings used to store harvested grains, protecting them from pests and insects.

The removal of unwanted plants (weeds) from a crop field to prevent competition for resources like water and nutrients.

A traditional method of separating grain from chaff using wind. The lighter chaff is blown away, leaving the heavier grain behind.

The process of preparing the soil for planting, which includes loosening and turning the soil for better air circulation and drainage.

The act of planting seeds in the prepared soil at the right time and depth to ensure successful germination.

The practice of storing harvested crops in suitable conditions to protect them from pests, deterioration, and spoilage, ensuring their quality and longevity.